9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Alright. Pause the game. Just for a sec. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Games aren’t just fun. It’s more than that, right? 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 They bring us together whether in a workplace or on a stream, or at a convention. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 At any given moment, there are millions of people like you and me 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 playing, chatting, adventuring, dueling, side-questing, exploring. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Millions of real people. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Most of our gaming experience can be amazing, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 but let’s be honest, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 There are problems. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Toxic corners of the community, abuse, harassment, bullying, isolation, depression. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Behind the avatar on your screen a real person may be suffering alone in silence. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 It might be your friend, your kid, your coworker… 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 or maybe that person is you. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Too often It feels like we’re supposed to toughen up, play on, “Get Good.” 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 But if someone is struggling, they don’t need to “get good.” 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 They need to get help. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Whether you’re a game developer, a fan, a player, a streamer, a competitor 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 any part of this community 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 If you need someone to talk to, the Games and Online Harassment Hotline is here for you. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 It's not about the person that you think has it worse than you, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 or the person you've heard stories about. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 If you or someone you care about is struggling, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 no matter how big or small it might feel, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 now you have someone to help and support you. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 That’s what we’re here for. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 The Games and Online Harassment Hotline is a text message-based, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 anonymous and confidential emotional support hotline, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 and it's created specifically for the gaming community. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Because we're gamers, and creators, and developers, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 and we want to help each other, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 whether that means offering emotional support, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 or finding the referrals and resources that you need. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Maybe you’re feeling lonely and isolated, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 or recently lost a loved one. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Are you experiencing harassment in your workplace or online? 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Struggling with crunch or burnout at work? 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Are you worried you or someone you know may hurt themselves? 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Have you suffered physical, sexual, or emotional abuse? 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 You don’t have to go through these things alone. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 So how does it work? 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Well, you text us and we listen. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Our hotline is 100% anonymous. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 We can talk about anything you need to and only what you want to. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 If you decide you could use additional resources, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 like support communities, experts, or legal aid, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 we can connect you. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 The Games and Online Harassment Hotline is an inclusive resource for anyone no matter how you identify. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 If you feel that you need emotional support, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 you can start right now by texting SUPPORT to 23368, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 and our qualified responders will be there to listen to you, free of charge. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 If you need help, stop watching this video and get in touch with us right now. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 On the other hand, you might not need this hotline, 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 at least not today. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 But maybe you can make sure it’s always available for those who do. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Hotlines have been proven to save lives 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 and so we believe that keeping this hotline free for the people who need it is crucial. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 If you believe that too, we need your support to make that happen. 9:59:59.000,9:59:59.000 Donate! 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