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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. My friend Gretchen Schoser shares her story and the importance of resources such as 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to shed light on a topic that remains all too often in the shadows: mental health struggles and the importance of life-saving resources like the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Recently, an article was published about my journey with mental health, sharing the pivotal moment when the 988 hotline saved my life. You can read the full story here: The 988 Hotline: A Beacon of Hope for Those in Crisis - https://lnkd.in/eiBq2eZR. The article chronicles my darkest hour on Christmas Day of 2022, when I reached out to 988, not knowing what to expect but desperately hoping for a lifeline. I found a compassionate voice on the other end, someone who listened and provided the immediate support I needed to step back from the brink. This journey has opened my eyes to the importance of spreading awareness about the 988 hotline. Mental health crises do not discriminate—they can affect anyone, regardless of background or circumstance. Having a resource like 988, which is easy to remember and offers immediate, non-judgmental support, is a game-changer for those in crisis. I’m grateful to be here today, sharing my story in the hope that others will be encouraged to reach out when they need help. We need to normalize the conversation around mental health and let people know that it’s okay to ask for support. The 988 hotline is there for you, just like it was for me. Don't hesitate to call if you or someone you know is struggling. Let’s use this month to raise awareness, break the stigma, and remind everyone that hope and help are always available. #SuicidePreventionMonth #988Lifeline #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone