In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, Izzy and guest co-host Makayla open up about suicide prevention and mental health, covering warning signs, risk factors, and how youth can support one another. Knowing what to do can save a life. This episode features 988, the national suicide and crisis lifeline, as our highlighted community resource for information on where to turn to if you or a loved one needs help.

This episode is for you if you’ve ever felt alone in your struggles or wondered how to support someone else who might be hurting.988 is the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It’s a nationwide number you can call or text 24/7 if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, a mental health crisis, substance use, or just feeling completely overwhelmed. It connects you directly to trained crisis counselors who listen without judgment and can help you figure out what to do next.

Here’s how it works:

• You can call or text 988, and you will be connected to a real person trained to support you
• They will then connect you with the right people to further help you as well
• It's completely confidential
• You do not have to be in immediate danger to call

Note *You can always call or text just to talk, ask questions, or say 'I don’t know what I need, but I don’t feel okay.*

If someone is in immediate danger, like they’ve taken something, they’re trying to hurt themselves, or they’re in a situation where they could die, call 911 right away. That’s an emergency, and you need help from first responders who can get there fast.

The most important thing is this: Don’t wait. You’re not overreacting. Getting help quickly can save a life.

Remember: If you’re ever unsure, it’s always better to call 911 when a life is at risk.

Phone numbers to put in your phone:

• Suicide and crisis line 24/7- 988 (call or text)

• Yampa Valley REPS- This is not a crisis line (970)-846-8182