Offering hope, comfort and support for survivors of suicide loss.
This past week marked seven years since my dad took his life. It also feels the furthest progressed in my grief journey because it has reached the point where I'm sure friends and family wonder if it's too far along to say something anymore - myself included. How long do we go on speaking about THAT day, specifically? Are we supposed to? Is it awkward? Is it more awkward not to? We all know it's there. In the back of my mind, I made sure that on ...
After losing a loved one comes the difficult task of deciding what to do with the cherished belongings that remind us of a life that used to be. Guest blogger Natalie reflects on the emotional experience of parting with her wedding ring after her late husband's suicide.
I took my wedding ring off soon after Chuck’s memorial service. I didn’t know if it was the “right” or “wrong” thing to do. I felt like a bad wife, a bad widow and a bad ...
Do you ever dream of your loved one who has died by suicide? Upon reading Kimberly Starr's guest post on this topic, I was reminded that it's been quite a while since my dad has appeared in my dreams. Early on, mine were built around themes of anger or conflict but I long for one like Kimberly experienced about her son.
"A Wish Granted" by Kimberly Starr
On days I have counseling, I often recount my sessions with my husband, LJ. Sharing my ...
Through the trauma of her loss, guest author Lindsay shares how she made significant life changes to be able to embrace the light. Having recently gone through a similar process to change my life as I had previously known it, I empathize with Lindsay's learnings and reflection. ~ Becky
Learning to Live in the Light: 4 ½ Years After My Mother’s Death by Suicide
It is often said, people don’t start truly living until death is at their doorstep. ...
I’ve discovered something about myself as a survivor – I want the revelation that I lost my dad to suicide to come out as quickly as possible in new social situations.
This loss is a part of me – but it’s a huge part that affects my daily life.
And, here’s why I believe I’ve become so candid and forthcoming about suicide loss: I learned about my dad’s suicide during the work day at a longtime position. It was also a very public loss due to ...
