Stop Silent, Start Talking: Let’s End the Stigma Around Mental Health For too long, mental health struggles have been met with silence, shame, and stigma. Stop silent, start talking: Let's end the stigma around mental health. People suffer in the dark, afraid to speak up, fearing judgment or rejection. But here’s the truth: mental health… Continue reading Stop Silent Start Talking
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Fighting the Darkness Together
Fighting the Darkness Together Darkness creeps in quietly. It whispers lies of unworthiness, shame, and hopelessness. It isolates, convincing us that we are alone in our struggles. But here’s the truth: you are not alone. Fighting the darkness together without judgement or condemnation is how I roll! We all battle darkness in different ways—through mental… Continue reading Fighting the Darkness Together
Men’s Mental Health Matters
Men’s Mental Health Matters It takes so much courage for anyone to walk through my door, but when a man steps into my office, it always strikes a different chord. There is something profoundly moving about watching a man—who has likely been told all his life to “be strong” and “tough it out”—take the brave… Continue reading Men’s Mental Health Matters
Suicide Awareness Prevention for First Responders Resources
Suicide Awareness Prevention for First Responders Resources My dad is a retired police officer. I have a sister who worked in Criminal Justice for a long time. Also, my husband, daughter, and son-in-law work in this field. I have dear friends who are First Responders. These people deserve so much respect and love. These are… Continue reading Suicide Awareness Prevention for First Responders Resources
World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day
World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day WARNING THIS COULD BE A TRIGGERING POST: Today, September 10, 2020, is World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day. Content in this issue contains information on death and dying, mental illness, and mental health crisis, which some readers may find triggering. If you need support at any time, please call or text… Continue reading World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day
Suicide Deaths in the United States
Suicide Deaths in the United States These are some powerful visuals from the Suicide Prevention Resource Center. The statistics are based on Suicide Deaths in the United States. Please, stop and take a look. More people have suicidal ideations than you think. Sadly, some of these people may be your family or friends. From 2009… Continue reading Suicide Deaths in the United States
You are Not Your Trauma
Highlighting Stories of Survivors In this story, you will read about a "boyfriend" who abuses his girlfriend. The phrase "You Are Not Your Trauma" has affected my heart so profoundly. As my heart was breaking for what this young girl had gone through, in the end, she knows Truth. What man used for evil, He… Continue reading You are Not Your Trauma
Resources that Can Help with Suicide Prevention
Resources that Can Help with Suicide Prevention Suicide is a topic that is near to my heart. This month is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Specifically, if you think someone you know is in danger, call 911! Make sure they seek help. During an escalated situation, sometimes mental clarity can get in the way. For… Continue reading Resources that Can Help with Suicide Prevention
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Tough but Important September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide...that word makes my heart jump in my throat and I have an immediate physical reaction. People are so afraid to talk about this subject because they may be afraid it could "trigger" someone. That is a valid… Continue reading September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month