Travis Young shares the story of his difficult youth, his ensuing depression and two suicide attempts—and how he reclaimed his own unique outlook on life…
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Terry Wise survived a suicide attempt in her thirties and has since become a well-known author and speaker. “If I was to sum up my life today, the word that I…
Leah opens up about her previous suicide attempts and discusses what motivated her to keep pushing forward for life. “Recovery is real. You can recover from…
Patty thinks that the world is populated with survivors and knows that sharing stories is an important part of tapping into that network. “I think it’s…
Pablo plays a word game with himself to combat negative thinking, and it works! “It’s just getting into the habit of recognizing it and then putting the brakes…
Keris, a former National Alliance on Mental Illness Board President, relies on a full schedule to help her lead a healthy lifestyle. “My plan is just to keep…
Jennifer wants to be a voice for those too afraid to speak up about mental illness and advocate for more accessible services. “I’m hopeful that just maybe I can…
Ashley shares her childhood experiences and her growth into being a mental health advocate following years of therapy and counseling. “Don’t be afraid to talk…
Musician Rhett Miller shares his suicide attempt story and why he’s glad the Lifeline is here to help. “I was able to come through it and carve out a life that…
Jordan Burnham bounced back after a surviving a suicide attempt in his teens. “The main message is that you are not the only one going through these problems or…
David Lilley survived a suicide attempt in his forties. “I nearly missed out on a lot of my childrens’ lives. It’s been a real blessing to watch them grow into…
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