Heather is a multiple attempt suicide survivor and believes if you wake up breathing, that's GODS proof to you to keep going. She has dedicated her life to helping those going thru a mentally difficult time who have attempted or contemplated suicide.  In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Heather shares practical steps that you can take to support someone who is struggling with thoughts of suicide, along with words of encouragement for those who are grieving a loved one who died by suicide.

Podcast Highlights

01:34 The journey of struggling with suicidal thoughts 

02:43 finding hope and resources to cope with suicidal thoughts

04:51 Practices that may help an individual not to move on that action

06:33 Importance of journaling, exercise and boundaries for mental health

12:29 Step into your calling, launch your ministry, and make a positive impact on the lives of others beyond traditional church roles

13:42 How to support those struggling with mental illness and suicide.

24:31 Value your unique contribution to humanity in prevention of suicide

Subscribe/Rate

Never miss an episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW!  Help other people find our community by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. 

Leave a review by clicking the following link and scrolling to the bottom: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-on-the-journey-conversations-with-jocelyn/id1528800662

Schedule a free counseling information session at https://www.faithonthejourney.org/counseling

Connect with Faith on the Journey

Faith on the Journey is a Christian company that specializes in bible-based trauma healing resources.  We offer Christian counseling and healing groups.  Learn more by visiting faithonthejourney.org. 

Subscribe to our email list at faithonthejourney.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithonthejourneycounseling/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faithonthejourney 

Youtube: Faith on the Journey.  Click https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLbmB8oL-hfU6bVW9kEIcFQ to subscribe.

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to receive free healing resources at:  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/kHUxQqy

Connect with Heather

Website: https://wondherful.com/

Text 988 to reach the suicide prevention hotline.

The music for this show is provided by Bensound.com.

Host: Jocelyn J. Jones

Produced by: Jocelyn J Jones

Editor: J. Bonifacio

The content shared during the Faith on the Journey broadcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to treat or diagnose any mental health condition. 

Due to the content of this broadcast, some of the content can be triggering. If triggered, please seek professional support. Viewer discretion is advised.