Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership

03/21/2026

03/20/2026

Rain’s Moment 💫

is helping a friend find their voice. Supporting someone in communicating their needs and making sure they felt heard matters. Sometimes showing up for others looks like guiding them through the hard conversations.

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03/20/2026

Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Constantly “on alert”? 😓

Take a minute. Just one. Breathe. 🌬️

When life pushes you into survival mode, your brain can get stuck in fight-or-flight. Pausing helps you step back, slow your heart rate, and reconnect with your rational mind — the part that thinks clearly, problem-solves, and makes calm choices.

Even 60 seconds of mindful breathing can:
💛 Reduce tension
💛 Improve focus
💛 Help you respond instead of react

You don’t have to fix everything at once. Start with a single breath. Start with a single pause.

Your mind and body will thank you. 💙

03/19/2026

Last night’s Teen Board meeting was the perfect mix of productivity and connection 🧠 We went over our agenda and then took time to catch up on life, what’s been going on, and what everyone is excited about ✨

A few rounds of 2 Truths and 1 Lie had us all thinking because coming up with a lie is harder than it seems 😂

Wishing our Teen Board a safe and fun spring break ☀️ We know no one is counting down the days or anything like that 😉😎

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03/19/2026

We had an amazing time bringing "Spray the Love" to Widefield High School 🌸

Thank you to Kenny and Noelle for helping make this event possible. We appreciate your partnership and support. And of course a shout out to our Teen Board members that also helped out 🫶🏽

There was so much excitement and participation from students as they came together to create a powerful reminder that even in hard times, there is still love.
💛🧡

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03/19/2026

Big change starts small — and it starts with you. ✨

It Starts with Me.

Sometimes being the light means:
💛 Sending a kind message to a friend
💛 Taking a moment for your own mental health
💛 Listening without judgment
💛 Offering encouragement to someone who’s struggling

Every small act matters. Every small act creates connection, hope, and change.

You don’t need to do everything — just one small act today can make a difference.

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03/18/2026

Thank you to for inviting our Teen Board to be part of Spencerfest HeART & Healing 2026 💛🎨

We truly enjoyed being part of such a meaningful event, hosting the rock painting station and connecting with the community through our resource table. It was inspiring to see so many young people come together to express themselves, find support, and simply enjoy a space where they could be creative and be who they are.

Events like this remind us how powerful art, connection, and community can be in the healing process. We are grateful to have been included. 💟

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03/17/2026

Lidea’s Moment 💫

sometimes it’s as simple as getting someone their favorite drink, checking in or sending a text that says I am here. Small actions can make a big impact.

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03/15/2026

Hey guys — real talk: checking in isn’t weak. It’s brave. 💪

Life can get heavy, and sometimes the people around us are struggling silently. A simple question like, “How are you really doing?” can make all the difference.

🗣️ Listen without judgment
💛 Show up with care
📲 Offer support or resources if needed

You don’t have to have all the answers. Just showing that you notice, that you care, can be life-saving.

Remember: it starts with one conversation. One text. One check-in. Be the light for someone today. ✨

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available — call or text 988.

Want to learn more?? Take a su***de prevention training. Invest your time to invest in life. https://pikespeak-su***de-prevention.webflow.io/services/prevention-trainings

03/14/2026

One of the most powerful voices you’ll ever hear is your own.

And sometimes… it’s not very kind.

We all have unhelpful thoughts that creep in — self-doubt, comparison, “not enough,” worst-case scenarios. But here’s the reminder: thoughts are not facts.

You can learn to be your own best advocate.

✨ Pause and notice the thought.
✨ Ask, “Is this true — or is this fear talking?”
✨ Speak to yourself the way you would speak to someone you love.
✨ Replace criticism with compassion.

Being your own advocate doesn’t mean ignoring hard feelings. It means challenging the narrative that says you’re stuck, alone, or incapable.

You deserve grace from others — and from yourself.

And if those thoughts feel overwhelming or hard to manage alone, support is available. SPP is here to help connect you to resources and tools that build resilience and hope.

It starts with awareness. It starts with one small shift. It starts with you. 💙

03/14/2026

Reminder! 💛

SpencerFest HeART & Healing is happening TODAY from 12–4 PM! Hosted by , this special event is all about connection, community, and reminding one another that you are not alone.

Stop by, bring a friend, and come be part of a space centered on healing, creativity, and meaningful connection. The SPP Teen Board will be there — we can’t wait to see you!

03/14/2026

Change rarely starts with an argument.
It often starts with connection.

If someone you care about is resistant to getting help, this expert advice can guide your next steps:
👉 https://mantherapy.org/explore-topics/tips-and-testimonials/expert-advice/2088/helping-a-friend-ways-to-support-a-man-resistant-to-change

And if you don’t know where to begin, SPP’s clinical team is accepting new clients for donation-based individual therapy. Services are available regardless of your ability to pay. Give us a call at (719) 573-7447 or submit a service request at www.pikespeaksu***deprevention.org.

Start the conversation. We’ll help with the rest. 💙