Survivors inevitably search for a reason, perhaps because having a reason might restore some small sense of control in a seemingly unpredictable world. Trying to understand “why” can occupy our minds for a long time. Ultimately many realize they may never know. When survivors talk about their loved ones, it becomes evident that there is […]
Category: Loss To Suicide
Helping a Friend Who Has Lost a Loved One to Suicide
It is often hard to know what to say to a friend who has lost a loved one to suicide. Though you cannot make the pain go away, your support can be key to helping your friend through this difficult loss. There are many ways to help. Listed below are a few strategies that may […]
Am I To Blame?
Shedding shame to survive suicide Harriet Emma Empey Attridge was beautiful, spirit-loving, loyal hard working and courageous. She completed suicide at the age of 62. Nine years later there still isn’t a day that goes by that I do not miss her. She was my mother and I love her. Why did this happen? Am […]
Beyond Surviving A Suicide
Know you can survive. You may not think so, but you can. Struggle with “Why” it happened until you no longer need to know “Why” or until you are satisfied with partial answers. Know you may feel overwhelmed by the intensity of your feelings but all your feelings are normal. Anger, guilt, confusion, forgetfulness are […]