Website Warning

⚠️ Content Advisory: This email discusses topics related to suicide. Please read with care and use discretion when sharing.

At Shape the Sky, we are committed to helping you navigate the ever-changing digital landscape that impacts our youth. We want to bring your attention to a concerning website that some students may stumble upon: Lost All Hope.

This website contains troubling content related to suicide, including personal accounts, statistical information, and descriptions of various aspects of suicidal thoughts. While it does include some links to crisis resources, much of the content may be distressing or triggering for individuals struggling with their mental health. The website is not run by mental health professionals, and there are no credible credentials or qualifications related to mental health care behind its content. If a student is searching for or discussing this site, it may be a sign they need immediate support and a safe space to talk.

What You Should Know & How to Respond

🔹 Approach with Care – If a student is engaging with this content, connect them with a school counselor, mental health professional, or trusted adult for support.
🔹 Share Safe Resources – Encourage students to seek help from trusted, evidence-based organizations, such as:

• 📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 (Available 24/7)
• 💬 Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741
• 🏳️‍🌈 The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth support) – www.thetrevorproject.org
• 👥 Your Life Your Voice – www.yourlifeyourvoice.org
  🔹 Monitor & Educate – Encourage healthy conversations about mental health, and help students navigate safe, supportive online spaces.

If a Parent or Therapist Finds a Youth Has Visited This Website

If a parent, guardian, or therapist discovers that a young person has been on this website, it is important to respond with concern, not panic:

✅ Start a supportive conversation – Gently ask why they were on the site and how they are feeling. Avoid judgment.
✅ Assess for immediate risk – If the youth expresses thoughts of suicide, seek professional help immediately.
✅ Offer alternative resources – Redirect them to trusted mental health supports (such as those listed above).
✅ Follow up – Keep the conversation open. Let them know they are not alone and that support is available.

Responsible Messaging Matters

In alignment with safe reporting guidelines, we must avoid sharing specific details about self-harm methods and instead focus on messages of hope, recovery, and resources for help. The image below shows the website’s appearance. The link is intentionally not included, as this email is not promoting the site. However, I want you to be aware of its content and design so you can stay informed.

Together, we can shape the sky to be a safer, more supportive space for our youth.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Stay supportive.

~ Ryan