5 Lessons Losing a Child to Suicide Taught Me About Parenting
2025 marks 10 years since losing Maddie—a decade of heartbreak, reflection, and purpose. Her loss taught me lessons I wish I’d learned sooner: to listen deeply, show up fully, and love unconditionally. Parenting isn’t about perfection; it’s about presence. Maddie’s story is a reminder to cherish the time we have and never stop letting our kids know how much they mean to us.
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.
The High Price of Likes: Unveiling the Toll of Social Media on Youth Mental Health
Amidst addressing youth mental health, we must ponder if discussing suicide openly inadvertently glamorizes it, especially via social media. We need vigilant parenting, open conversations, and initiatives like the Hopeful Horizons Fund to ensure a safer future for our children.