This episode is going to cover a very important topic that does not receive enough attention, and in all honesty, it’s not something I claim to be the world expert in. We are going to discussing mental health and more specifically suicide. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and exceeds the number of deaths by homicide. This is a bigger issue than we realize.

My guest today is Aston Lang is a fellow podcaster who hosts On A Rock. A young adult’s guide to leaving home and experiencing the world and a guide to others who are in a hard place as a source of hope and inspiration.

Aston reached out to have a conversation about the uncomfortable topic of suicide. He recently lost a friend to suicide, and wants to make sure that those who are thinking of harming themselves or know someone who is, are aware of the resources available to find support. 

Resources:

On a Rock with Aston Lang - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/on-a-rock/id1368427375?mt=2

Book: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Resources and links for mental health in New Zealand:

https://www.mentalhealth.org.nz/get-he…/in-crisis/helplines/
https://depression.org.nz/get-better/who-else-can-help/

Resources and links for mental heatlh in the United States:

https://www.take5tosavelives.org/learnthesigns
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/suicide.shtml

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) provides 24/7, free, confidential support for people in distress, as well as best practices for professionals and resources to aid in prevention and crisis situations.

https://www.crisistextline.org/