Ross Gillis spent decades serving his country and his community in the U.S. Military and Arizona Department of Corrections. After all those years of service, his family, his friends, and his wife of nearly 30 years had no idea that Ross was planning his suicide.

Ross found an out by keeping close to the forefront of his mind his 3 “F-words”; Family, Friends, and Faith.

For those that are struggling with suicide, we invite you to discover life as Ross Gillis shares his journey.

This is Ross’ Story of Hope

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Deep questions about what life was about. Thoughts of suicide. Just a desire to escape...

Willow had to grow up quickly. Her dad was an alcoholic and she would do anything to get away from the abuse she endured.

At the young age of 8 years old, Willow had a truly spiritual experience that renewed her spirit and gave her the strength to endure the heightened ridicule she would face at home and eventually make the decision to leave her family at 13 years old.

Willow had a vision that would carry her into her adult life as a championship fighter. 

This is Willow Bailey's Story of Hope.

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Frank Sanderson's son, Zach, struggled with drug abuse for years. Well into his 30's, Zach was in and out of treatment and seemingly making progress. Eventually, Zack would succumb to the power of addiction, leaving behind his children and fiance.

Listen as Frank shares from his perspective as a parent of an addict and hear what he has to share about what he could have done differently and what he recommends for anyone that knows someone struggling with addiction. 

This is Frank Sanderson's Story of Hope.

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Stacey was married to a sociopath. After 10 years of "just stick with it", Stacy decided that she needed to escape the trauma she had endured but had no idea of the further abuse that she would endure by trying to leave her severely abusing husband. 

Today, Stacey hosts the Real Life Resilience Podcast and helps smart, outwardly confident women who secretly have low self-esteem issues because of an emotionally abusive partner, take back control and build up resiliency they need by writing out their stories. 

This is Stacey Brookman’s Story of Hope.

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Lorraine put her life on hold when her daughter, Amanda, was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 9. Her husband, Marty, was her rock while she became a full-time hospital Mom.

After 3 years of hospital stays and treatment, Amanda's Leukemia was in remission. Thinking the worst was behind them, Amanda developed a brain tumor.

Lorraine would also lose her primary support, her rock, Marty.

Through her non-profit, Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels, Lorraine has given away 10,000 "Comfy Cozy" care packs and offers no-cost counseling, groceries and support services for families battling cancer, blood disorders, and other life-threatening illness.

This is Lorraine Tallman’s Story of Hope.

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Her first two pregnancies were fairly normal. Her next two back to back pregnancies were completely different.

Extreme fatigue, lack of strength, and finally not being able to get out of the bathroom on her own, Megan brought her concerns to her doctors, only to be ignored.

After multiple blood tests, Megan received a call from her doctor stating she needed to report to the emergency room immediately due to a potassium deficiency.

Hours turned into a multiple-day stay until her 3rd baby was born. After giving birth, Megan's symptoms disappeared. 

Megan's 4th pregnancy brought on uncontrollable itching due to ICP.

Surviving what were serious threats to her life and the life of her 4th child, Megan has since discovered how to blend being an entrepreneur with her family life (including her new puppy!) and helps other parents build a life the life of their dreams! 

Megan Brenson Shares Her Story Of Hope!

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Daughter, Granddaughter, and Friend of an Alcoholic, Jackie always kept to herself as a child and gradually became more aware of the effects of Alcoholism on her family.

A failed relationship and hitting rock bottom 24 years ago, Jackie's brother introduced her to Alanon, the support group for co-dependent family members of Alcoholics. 

Jackie would continue on the road of happy destiny and now spends her time carrying the message of Alanon to other Adult-Children, spouses, and family members of Alcoholics.

This is Jackie Neal's Story Of Hope.

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At 40 years old and a young mom, Robin was diagnosed with Stage 3 Colon Cancer. She was told by her doctor that she should start making "final arrangements."

Robin insisted on getting a second opinion and refused to stay negative through her experience.

Find out how she reversed her condition and now helps to give others hope through her role as a Registered Nurse.

This is Robin Ross' Story of Hope.

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Connie had migraines for a long time. After getting severe pain in her head for weeks and finally visiting her doctor, Connie was diagnosed with a brain injury from all 5 possible traumatic injury causes.

Additionally, Connie started swelling from congestive heart failure and later would face a “thyroid storm” with a very real possibility that she might not survive the treatment.

Brain Injuries, Thyroid Disease and Congestive Heart Failure were not enough to keep this hopeful woman of faith down!

This is Connie Deam’s Story of Hope.

Driving home, as she usually did, from her volunteer job, Valerie began to feel "heavy" on the left side of her body. After the urging of those she told, Valerie decided to go to the hospital. She would find out that she had not only a vitamin deficiency, but she had indeed suffered a stroke.

That was many years ago. Today, Valerie lives a very fulfilled life in spite of her limitations.

This is Valerie's Story of Hope!

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