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Jennifer Longenecker discusses supporting her daughter Heather through disordered eating, the ups and downs of recovery, family therapy, sibling roles, and practical strategies for parents navigating similar crises. Including my son, and how he's struggled with suicidal attempts since he was 10, we share how we, as parents, felt and how we got through, hoping it brings understanding and advice for anyone supporting a teen or a child with mental health difficulties - and perspective for those who have lost a teen. Please listen with care, pause and start the episode as needed, and reach out if you need help - there are helplines in the description below. This is not a replacement for therapy or professional help. SUICIDE GRIEF SUPPORT CIC: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreats   FROM THIS EPISODE: Jennifer's Website & www.heldinthedark.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn TikTok   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

Loren from Los Angeles discusses writing All Sorrows Can Be Born, a family memoir she ghostwrote about her husband Dana (born Noriyuki) who was sent from Japan to the U.S. as a toddler and later learned the truth about his father’s death 57 years after it happened. The episode explores themes of secrecy, cultural shame, adoption, cross‑continental reunion, and the long ripple effects of suicide on families. Lauren shares how the revelation came through a letter and how the family processed that discovery while honoring resilience and memory. Listeners hear about the book’s creation, the author’s trips to Japan to interview family members, and where to find All Sorrows Can Be Born. Please look after yourself listening to this episode. You can stop and start when you are able to listen. Here are some helpline numbers - please reach out if you need help.   SUICIDE GRIEF SUPPORT CIC: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreats   FROM THIS EPISODE: Loren's Website All Sorrows can be Born on Amazon Loren on LinkedIn Loren on FB Loren on X   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

This episode features Suzy from Houston, who was 69 years old when her husband died. Recorded close to the two-year anniversary, Suzy talks about the shock of a sudden loss, and the healing she found through writing music through her band Suzy & the Substitutes. She discusses writing and releasing a song called "Rising Out of the Ashes," coping with daily life alone after a long marriage, and the importance of support from friends, family, and community resources. There is information about an EMDR retreat for those bereaved by suicide (Herefordshire, England, Oct 9–13) . There are helpline numbers and support resources listed below in the episode notes - please reach out if you need help. Retreat October 2026 Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreats   From This Episode: suzyandthesubstitutes.com Suzy on IG Suzy on FB   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

Amie shares her experience of losing her daughter Ellie to an unexpected suicide, the pain of using substances to cope, and the deep personal journey that followed. The episode covers themes of grief, substance use and recovery, finding new purpose through fitness and relationships, and how people make meaning after loss. Listeners are invited to a webinar in early September 2026 to review a new integrated model of suicide designed to help bereaved families understand complex causes and reduce guilt; sign-up details are available below. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Online Feeback Webinar - September 2026 Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreats   From This Episode: Amie on FB   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

In this episode Reshma Kearney, a trauma-informed yoga teacher and grief guide, shares her experience after losing her husband to suicide and how she navigated shock, guilt and parenting three children through grief. Reshma discusses practical steps that helped her heal - micro self-care, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices like yoga and Reiki, honest conversations with her children, and the importance of connection and asking for help. If you’re listening before July 2026, we are hosting a free webinar mid‑July 26 about putting yourself first after suicide loss; links and resources are in the show notes below. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Free Online Workshop After Suicide Loss | Dr Sue Egan Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreats   From This Episode: Reshma on IG     FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

In this episode John Trautwein shares his experience after losing his teenage son Will to suicide 10 years ago and how he turned grief into purpose by creating the Will to Live Foundation. John discusses stigma around mental illness, the power of friends as "life teammates," post‑traumatic growth, and practical ways families can support teens. The conversation also covers resources, retreats, and ways to reach out for help.. It’s a hopeful, honest episode about healing, connection, and holding space for one another. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreats   Find John & The Will To Live Foundation: www.Willtolive.org Will to Live Foundation on IG John on LinkedIn Will to Live Foundation on FB Will to Live on X   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

Nine years after losing her father to suicide, a daughter shares how she survived the shock and found acceptance through therapy, community groups, and creative work. She explains how grief taught her to parent herself, to honour her father differently, and to turn pain into purpose. She founded MorningGlory.com and a long-running support group, using lived experience to help others access tools, connection, and hope. This episode focuses on grief, group therapy, practical coping strategies, and the possibility of finding meaning and joy after loss. “If you don’t do your grief, your grief will do you.” As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026 Find Aleksei: Aleksei on IG Mourning Glory Club on IG mourningglory.com   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

In this episode Kathleen, a flight attendant who published her memoir "Flying with Mended Wings" two months ago, candidly shares her journey through long-term depression, a suicide attempt, and childhood trauma to a place of healing. She describes how faith, family support, scripture, and intentional gratitude helped burst the isolating bubble of depression and restore meaning. Honest and hopeful, Kathleen offers practical encouragement - taking life one page or moment at a time, seeking help, and holding onto hope - reminding listeners that they are not alone and recovery is possible. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026 Find Kathleen: Kathleen on IG Kathleen on FB Kathleen on TikTok Kathleenrodgers.org   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

Sarah recounts the 1990 suicide of her brother Dan, the long-lasting guilt and questions she carried, and how she found connection and purpose by volunteering with Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS). She discusses family stigma, the unpredictable nature of triggers, the importance of shared understanding in support groups, and why talking openly about suicide can help others heal. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com A community for suicide loss survivors EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026 Find SOBS: Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide [SoBS] Information Film on SoBS   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

Josh recounts finding his brother CJ's handwritten wolf-story notebooks after CJ died by suicide in 2011 and transforming them into the Pure Courage series, with the first book Dawn of Valor releasing in February 2026. The conversation explores how writing and therapy helped Josh process guilt and grief, challenge suicide stigma, and create a purpose-driven project aimed at connecting with young adults and others facing depression. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com A community for suicide loss survivors EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026 Find Josh: Order Pure Courage on Amazon PureCourageBooks.com  Josh on Instagram Josh on TikTok Josh on Facebook   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

Jen Margraf (MBA, MA, CFRE), Executive Director & Chief Program Officer, of Kevin's Song shares the nonprofit's work supporting suicide-loss survivors, offering prevention education, and creating community resources. The episode discusses how Kevin's Song provides monthly virtual support groups, an in-person conference in Plymouth, Michigan with school and clinical trainings, lived-experience speakers, and practical trainings like QPR and SafeTalk. Topics this episode include reducing stigma, postvention support for schools, new Michigan safety laws, and how continued conversation, compassion, and training can increase hope, help, and healing for individuals and communities. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com A community for suicide loss survivors EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026 Find Kevin's Song: Kevin's Song Suicide Prevention Summmit January 2026   FIND EMERGENCY HELP: Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Samaritans Facing The Future Support for Survivors Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741

In this season finale, Dr Sue reflects on her own transformative year - ten years after her brother’s suicide - and shares her own journey of healing, nomadic living, spirituality, and writing a book. She also recaps powerful guest stories of post-traumatic growth, highlights upcoming free resources, retreats, EMDR work, training and community initiatives, and invites more voices especially men to join the conversation. This episode offers practical hope and an honest exploration of how grief can be processed through body work, spirituality and connection. As always, listen with care and reach out for help if you need it. With Love Sue   Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741  Find Dr Sue & Suicide Grief Support: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com A community for suicide loss survivors EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026

In this episode Zoe speaks candidly about losing her son Elliot to suicide seven years ago, the unpredictable nature of grief, and how anniversaries and the body can trigger deep responses. She shares practical pathways that helped her: journaling and sketching, self-publishing a book, EMDR therapy, nature, and learning to trust intuition and small signs from her son. Zoe offers compassionate advice to listeners - honour your feelings, seek support, care for yourself, and trust that you can carry the grief while staying in the “love lane.” As always. listen and watch with care and know there are people out there that can help and support you.  Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741    Find Dr Sue & Suicide Grief Support: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com A community for suicide loss survivors EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026   Find Zoe Strickland www.zoestricklandpublishing.com Zoe on Instagram Zoe on Facebook Zoe on LinkedIn   From this Episode From Grief with Love - Zoe's Book on Amazon The Signs by Tara Swart Book on Amazon The Light Between Us Book Tea with a Druid

Monica, a mother who lost her 24 yera-old son, Jordan, to suicide, shares her five-year journey of grief, the rituals she created, and how she counts almost 2,000 sunsets as a way to survive each day. She talks about guilt, healing through yoga, nature, journaling, community support, and raising her new grandson (who was born the same year Jordan died) while advocating for suicide awareness in the Philippines. This episode offers honest reflections on complex grief, practical coping tools, and a message of hope for anyone navigating loss and seeking connection. As always. listen and watch with care and know there are people out there that can help and support you.  Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741  Find Dr Sue & Suicide Grief Support: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com A community for suicide loss survivors EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026   Find Monica Instagram Surviving Sunsets Instagram - Support Group in Philipines Instagram - Free Ocean Yoga

Hallie shares the story of losing her son CJ to suicide and how a simple Facebook request grew into Scatter and CJ - a global movement of strangers carrying and scattering his ashes to honour his life, spark conversations, and support suicide prevention. The episode explores grief, community, the making of a documentary, and practical advice for parents and loved ones on how to listen, reach out, and keep talking to reduce stigma and save lives. As always. listen and watch with care and know there are people out there that can help and support you.  Within the UK:  Samaritans - Free on 116 123  Suicide&Co - Free on 0800 054 8400 Mon-Friday 9am-9pm  Within the US:  Suicide Hotline: Free on 1-800-273-8255 or text 742741  Find Dr Sue & Suicide Grief Support: Instagram Facebook Linked In www.suicidegriefsupport.com A community for suicide loss survivors EMDR Suicide Grief Retreat April 2026   From this episode: Watch Scattering CJ (use the code HEALINGNARRATIVES for a discount): Personal Use/Vimeo On Demand Host a Screening Educational   Hallie on Facebook: @hallie.twomey @scatteringcj @sparkmediafilm   Hallie on Instagram: @hallie2me   Hallie on Linkedin: LinkedIn Hallie Twomey