Offering hope, comfort and support for survivors of suicide loss.
Losing a loved one to suicide is one of the most difficult things someone can experience. Unexpected deaths are shocking and traumatic, leaving those left behind little time or space to figure out how to carry on with everyday activities. Most of us are blindsided and consumed with trying to make sense of what happened. This is why many suicide loss survivors need extra tender loving care (TLC).
It’s hard to know what to do or say when you ...
By Guest Author Nicole
Eight months after my dad
died from suicide in 2017, I was walking on a college campus when I saw a sign
that stated, in bold letters: Suicide is 100% Preventable. That message felt
like a punch in the stomach.
I wanted to ignore it, but I couldn’t. It felt insensitive and offensive to me, so I took a picture of the sign, searched for the organization who posted it, and sent them an email. I told them how hurtful ...
In today’s post, guest blogger Sheri reflects on the loss of her daughter McKenzie during her birthday month. The content originally appeared on her blog, “2 Mommies of 3.”
Today our oldest daughter should have celebrated her 22nd birthday. Instead, this her third birthday as an angel since her death by suicide in Feb. 2017. Our family will gather and celebrate her birth the way we always have, with a pool party and BBQ. We ...
In the wake of losing her son Tom to suicide, guest author Kimberly Starr has devoted her life to suicide prevention and is an advocate for survivors. Her post is a much-needed reminder that even if we don't hear it from others, the lives and deaths of our loved ones leave a lasting impression. Most people don't know how or when to bring up a memory for fear of "reminding" us of our loss. We all know that it's not possible to forget and it can be ...
Many survivors of suicide experience a difficult road in the wake of loss - and the reasons can be varied and unique. In some cases, relationships are pushed to unfamiliar territory, which can result in strain. The effect of suicide loss on relationships of any kind is so prevalent that we have an entire category of posts devoted to the topic. Today's post from guest author Jenny provides a candid reflection on how her relationship with her mom ...
