Telling a friend you are struggling
Opening up to a friend is brave and often brings you closer. If the stress keeps going, a doctor or counselor can help too.
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The situation
You have been feeling stressed and down for weeks since starting a new job.
Your friend from high school calls and asks how things are going.
What would you do?
- Tell him the truth and say you could use support.
- Say everything is great and hang up quickly.
See the recommended choice and why
Recommended choice
Tell him the truth and say you could use support.
Opening up to a friend is brave and often brings you closer. If the stress keeps going, a doctor or counselor can help too.
Your next step
Tell one friend how you are really doing this week.
Words you can use
“Honestly, it has been rough lately. Can we talk?”
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