Letters from a Healing Heart: Finding Light in the Darkness

Episode Disclaimer: This episode discusses suicidal ideation. Please listen with care and prioritize your mental wellbeing.

In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, this week’s episode looks a little different. Instead of welcoming a guest, we’re holding space for a beautifully written letter from someone very dear to us — a raw and vulnerable reflection on navigating shame, suicidal ideation, and mental illness, while also discovering hope, healing, and the courage to keep going.

This short but powerful episode is a reminder that you are not alone, you are not a burden, and your story is not finished. Even in the darkest moments, light can break through, and choosing to stay is an act of incredible strength.

If you or someone you know is facing a mental health crisis or concern, help is available. Call or text 988 to connect with the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or text 741741 for the Crisis Text Line. You can also find resources at nami.org and afsp.org.