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Posted by Nathalie on 30th March 2023

From Despair to Healing: A Personal Journey Through Mental Health Struggles

I’m just going to say it…life is hard, and sometimes I want to die. Sometimes I feel a rush of unbearable sadness take over me. It turns out I’m not alone. To get through some statistics quickly — from 2000 to 2018, there was a 36% increase in suicide rates, according to the CDC. It’s […]

Read Article 5 Min Read Activism

Posted by Yerika on 27th June 2022

10 Things to Know About Creating a Safety Plan

Imagine you’re on a road trip and you end up on a different side of town. Nothing looks familiar. You’re feeling lost, because you’re not quite sure which exit to take on the highway. It’s getting really late, and the thing you want the most is to get home safely. Thankfully, you manage to get […]

Read Article 6 Min Read Coping

Posted by Brynne on 28th October 2021

How to #BeThe1To Help Someone Else

Content Warning: Suicidal Thoughts If you’ve ever frequented the hallways of a middle school or high school, it’s likely that you’ve heard lots of things. Snippets of conversation, gossip, and news of all sorts. But recently, I found myself walking down the hallway and overheard a statement that was alarming to me. The student had […]

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Posted by Ashley N. on 19th January 2021

How to Help a Loved One Experiencing Suicidal Ideation

Content Warning: This article discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation, call, text, or chat with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.  Living with suicidal ideation is terrifying. I have experienced suicidal ideation numerous times over the years, and frequently have to battle these thoughts on a […]

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Posted by Alyssa on 29th September 2020

Starting the Conversation #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth

*If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, please call 911*  September is National Suicide Prevention Month, making it the perfect time to learn how to have an open and compassionate conversation when you think a loved one may be at risk for suicide. Whether you’re starting the conversation or being approached by […]

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Posted by Mackenzie H. on 27th July 2020

The Only Way Out is Through: Tips and Advice from Survivors to Survivors

Content warning: sucicide, depression, anxiety, eating disorder  As someone who struggles with mental illness. I know how challenging living with it can be. Sometimes we feel like giving up. Sometimes we don’t understand why we are like this. Sometimes our minds haunt us even when we think we are happy.  So instead of letting the […]

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Posted by Sam on 24th June 2020

You Shouldn’t Be Saying “Committed Suicide” (And Here’s Why)

Language is easily one of the most important parts of who we are as people and it plays a significant role in our everyday lives. Our need to communicate with those around is a key component of who we are as humans and also provides us with the opportunity to share ideas, feelings, and emotions […]

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Posted by Irina on 8th November 2019

What Makes YOU Get Up and Live Every Day?

What makes YOU get up and live every day? If it’s hard to answer, let’s find one together. About a year and a half ago, I didn’t have a reason to get up every day. I was exhausted most of the time. I didn’t have the mental strength to be able to deal with anything […]

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Posted by Mackenzie H. on 21st October 2019

Stay – A Letter to You

I don’t know you. But I do know you are tired. I know how horrible some thoughts can be. I know your pain. I know how it feels to hate going to sleep because you don’t want to wake up to see tomorrow. I know how it feels to live in a nightmare. I know […]

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Posted by Lexa on 9th October 2019

What It’s Like Being A Crisis Counselor

It’s a myth that asking someone if they are suicidal will suddenly implant the idea. As a highly stigmatized topic, it’s not surprising that there is misinformation about discussing it with those who may be at risk. Without any specific training on how to talk about suicide, it’s easy to feel ill-equipped to bring it […]

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