Unicorns and suicide have something in common: they're both based on fiction. We like to think of suicide as something that doesn't happen to real people, that it's a myth. But the truth is, suicide is all too real. Every day, people of all ages and backgrounds take their own lives. And while we may not know them personally, their deaths have a ripple effect ... Show More
Yesterday
Listening Beyond Words: How to Hear What Isn't Said
Ever find yourself wondering what someone really means when they say, “I’m fine”? There’s often so much beneath those two little words. In this episode of Calm it Down, we’ll dive into the unspoken language of body language, emotional undertones, and subtle shifts in energy. Toge ... Show More
13m 36s
May 2023
Suicide
This episode contains discussions of suicide, which may be triggering for some listeners. If you, or someone you know, is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please seek help immediately by contacting a mental health professional, or calling or texting 988, the National Suicide ... Show More
17m 42s
Nov 2022
Suicide Prevention w/ Kevin Hines
This is going to be DIFFICULT for some of you to hear. And that’s all the more reason to LISTEN.Nearly 800,000 people die by suicide in the world EVERY year… and the number continues to rise.That means 800k+ of families and friends are impacted and left wondering, “WHY?”Odds are, ... Show More
52m 41s
Apr 2019
Introducing Life After Suicide with Dr. Jennifer Ashton
ABC News' Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton draws from her own tragic experience to explore the aftermath of suicide and sudden loss and, similar to her book, "Life After Suicide," this eight-part series serves a roadmap to survival and offers inspiring insight on h ... Show More
2m 28s
Oct 2019
Ep 01 – Talking About Suicide
<p>Many people are affected by suicide and you may have experienced the suicide of a loved one – a partner, a sibling, a parent, or a friend. It can be... </p>
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28m 22s