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Episode 414: “Suicide Loss: Remembering How They Lived” with Carrie Thompson
Episode 414: “Suicide Loss: Remembering How They Lived” with Carrie Thompson
Episode 414: “Suicide Loss: Remembering How They Lived” with Carrie Thompson
Tuesday 24th August 2021
Carrie Thompson discusses losing her son to suicide and how she honors his memory, stressing the importance of open mental health talks in 'To Write Love on Her Arms'.
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Get the buttons here!Honouring Life After Loss: Carrie Thompson's Journey Through Suicide Grief
The more that we talk about it, the more we normalize talking about it. You know, everybody has individual reasons why that, and so you have to honor the family's wishes.
When the world turned upside down during the pandemic, mental health struggles became even more pronounced. In this moving episode of 'To Write Love on Her Arms', host Chad Moses sits down with Carrie Thompson, a mother and high school English teacher, to share her deeply personal story of losing her son Ben to suicide. This conversation is not just about loss; it's about remembering how Ben lived and finding a path forward amidst the grief.
Carrie opens up about the unbearable questions that come with suicide loss and the journey of navigating life without her son. The pandemic has magnified mental health issues, making it even more crucial to talk openly about these challenges. Carrie’s story is a powerful reminder that we need to normalize conversations around mental health and suicide. You'll hear how Carrie found ways to honor Ben's memory and the importance of community support in her healing process.
This episode also touches on the broader impacts of the pandemic on mental health, breaking down the stigma that often surrounds suicide. For those looking for a heartfelt, real conversation about mental health and loss, this episode offers both comfort and a call to action. Tune in to hear Carrie’s journey and learn how we can all contribute to suicide prevention and mental health awareness.