As I lie on my handmaid blanket, watching the show “13 Reasons Why” for the second time through, I feel perplexed and at a loss for words. But that’s to be expected, isn’t it? It’s never easy to talk about suicide, slut-shaming, bullying, or any mental health issues — but it is necessary. My guess … Continue reading 13 Reasons…
Hugs
Hugs, they can seem like another form of greeting like a handshake. They can be quick, include a pat on the back, big and burly, small with a peck on the cheek, full of tears, full of laughter, so long you need to come up for air; but have you ever thought how truly important … Continue reading Hugs
Using Facebook
Did you know that Facebook now has a new suicide prevention protocol feature? If you see a post from a “friend,” you are able to now take different courses of action on Facebook to intervene. Should you see a concerning post, you can activate the report feature by clicking the arrow in the corner of … Continue reading Using Facebook
Surviving and talking about suicide
People we are defined by many things and we all are identified by the many roles we play in our lives. As for myself; I am a daughter, a friend, an artist, and a counselor. I have also known someone who committed suicide and know the impact suicide has on a family. Many of you … Continue reading Surviving and talking about suicide
Tears
Project SETH recently learned of two more young adults that took their own lives. Learning of one life lost at the age of 17 was enough to bring immediate tears to my eyes. I felt them rolling down my face before I realized I was crying. 30 minutes later we got the call of another … Continue reading Tears