Becoming a Peer Supporter

1. What Is Peer Support?

• Helping others using your lived experience.

• Empowering—not fixing—others.

• Sharing hope and reducing isolation.

2. Qualities of a Good Peer Supporter

• Empathy

• Active listening

• Non-judgment

• Respect for boundaries

• Patience

3. Skills to Learn

• How to validate feelings

• How to avoid giving forced advice

• When to encourage professional help

• Crisis response basics

4. Healthy Boundaries

• Protect your energy

• Don’t take on more than you can handle

• Keep relationships respectful, not dependent

5. Benefits of Becoming a Peer Supporter

• Gives purpose to your healing journey

• Builds community

• Strengthens your resilience

• Helps others feel less alone