> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://the-haven-support.gitbook.io/faq/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://the-haven-support.gitbook.io/faq/support-manual/ch.-1-foundations.md).

# Ch. 1 Foundations

Supporting others who are dealing with their mental health requires that we begin with a strong foundation. Our foundation to lower a user's emotional intensity includes:  1) The Five Stage Philosophy