I was looking through old paperwork the other day and came across a note that I jotted down a little while back. I wrote, “Can hope alone be enough?” I can’t remember what was happening in the moment when I jotted that down; however, I do know that I was reminding myself to reflect on the question that was clearly on my mind. The beginning of a new year brings forth ambition and excitement for many. Yet for those who have a lost a loved one to ...
Finding Connection During the Holiday Season
The holiday season can be a difficult time for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. The cards that feature happy (and complete) families, the upbeat carols everywhere you go, the memories of holidays past, are just a few of the things that magnify the pain of a suicide loss. I have had several people tell me that the only thing they want to do is hibernate until it is over. Unfortunately, hibernating is often not a choice. What can we do ...
A Mother’s Reflection: Facing the First Christmas After Loss
As we get deeper into the holiday season, we wanted to share a reflection from guest author Kimberly Starr, who lost her son Tom to suicide in 2015. She wrote this nostalgic piece just nine months after his passing while facing the first Christmas without him at home.
Christmastime is Here
The Christmas season is a joyous time in our household, usually kicked off by our family going to purchase a tree at Beaver Bark, a local nursery in ...
Giving Thanks after a Suicide Loss
Giving thanks after a suicide loss can feel nearly impossible. It is a time when we are supposed to be thankful for everything that we have been given. In the aftermath of a suicide it can be difficult to find anything to be thankful for. The pain in our hearts, and the emptiness that remains often overshadows anything that surrounds us. Joy becomes a stranger, knocking at the door less frequently than before. The laughter that fills the air, can ...
Coping With Loss During the Holidays
Coping with loss during the holidays can be extremely difficult no matter how recent your loss is. In the coming weeks, we will offer tips for getting through the holidays without the person that you lost to suicide. Remember, it's not about getting over, it is about getting through. We hope that our holiday based posts offer you support during what can be a difficult time.
Love Does Not End With Death
Since love does not end with death, ...
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