We Can’t Promise Zero Suicide, but These 4 Actions Will Save Lives
We can’t promise zero suicide, but we can take meaningful steps to save lives. By teaching emotional intelligence, addressing mental health care gaps, tackling environmental stressors, and supporting those in crisis, we can create a safer, more compassionate world. These four actions won’t solve everything, but they could make the difference between life and loss.
What Would You Do If Your Teen Texted You, ‘I Don’t Want to Live’?
What would you do if your teen sent you a text saying they didn’t want to live anymore? Would you know how to respond?
Most parents think, ‘That could never happen to my child.’ But trust me, no one is immune. I’ve heard too many heartbreaking stories from parents who thought they’d see the signs but didn’t.
Are you prepared for that moment? Because waiting until it happens could be the biggest mistake of your life.
Parenting on Empty: When Your Child’s Pain Becomes Your Own
Parenting a child with mental health struggles is an invisible weight many parents carry in silence. Sleepless nights, endless worry, and guilt take a toll, leaving you feeling like you’re parenting on empty. Life doesn’t pause, but neither should your self-care. This is a reminder: you’re not alone, and even small steps forward can create light in the darkness, for you and your child.
The Anatomy of Your Teen’s Suicide Attempt
A parent's worst fear comes to life when they find their teenager unresponsive after a silent struggle with mental health. Pills and alcohol on the floor reveal the painful reality of a crisis that could have been prevented. This story urges parents to act before it's too late—because the next knock on the door might change everything.
What If You Could Be the Reason Someone Chose to Live?
Imagine if a small act of kindness or a moment of listening could be the reason someone chooses to keep going. This simple but powerful idea reminds us that we each hold the potential to be a lifeline for someone struggling silently. You don’t need to be a mental health expert—just show up, check in, and let people know they’re not alone. A tiny gesture might just save a life.
When You’re Searching for Answers at 3 AM, I Understand
When parents find my blog, I see their journey through the posts they read—an urgent search for hope and understanding in the face of their child's struggles. It's not just about answers; it's about feeling seen, less alone in their pain. I write for them—to share my story, to fight for change, and to remind them they're not alone in this battle. Let’s make mental health a priority. #MaddiesStory #YouAreNotAlone #EndTeenSuicide
So Grief, Anger and Empathy Walk Into a Bar...
So Grief, Anger, and Empathy Walked Into a Bar…" explores the complex, often contradictory emotions that arise after loss. It delves into how grief can pull you down, anger can drive you forward, and empathy can heal. This story shows how embracing these feelings can turn pain into purpose, and how vulnerability can be the start of a journey towards making a real difference. It’s a raw look at the surprising allies that shape the path from heartache to hope. #GriefJourney #EmpathyMatters #TurningPainIntoPurpose