An emotional episode where we discuss the darkness we don't talk about around suicide.

If you have been affected by suicide, struggle with your mental health, have lost someone to suicide or just want to understand suicide better - we hope this episode helps you.

Trigger warning as this is a sensitive topic!

My book my help also:

https://amzn.eu/d/hEMXBRJ

If you need to talk to someone, please call or text the following:

🇮🇪 Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Support Services

Pieta
• 24/7 Freephone Crisis Helpline: 1800 247 247
• Text Support: Text ‘HELP’ to 51444
• Therapy Services: Call 0818 111 126
• Website: pieta.ie

Samaritans Ireland
• 24/7 Freephone Helpline: 116 123
• Email Support: [email protected]

Childline (for under 18s)
• 24/7 Freephone Helpline: 1800 66 66 66
• Free Text Support: Text ‘TALK’ to 50101
• Website: childline.ie

Aware (Depression & Bipolar Support)
• Support Line: Freephone 1800 80 48 48 (10am–10pm daily)
• Website: aware.ie

SOSAD Ireland
• Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Support: Offers counselling and crisis support in various locations
• Website: www.sosadireland.ie

Grow Mental Health
• Peer Support Groups: Call 0818 474 474
• Website: grow.ie

Emergency Services
• Immediate Danger: Call 999 or 112

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Link for Aoifes Relaxation Meditation to help you sleep.

https://youtu.be/v9jBt-Jz_zQ?s...

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