Mid-Shore Out of the Darkness Walk

It’s estimated that one out of every two people in a given congregation has personally been affected by su***de.

Soul Shop for Communities introduces and explores how community members, particularly in the faith based communities, think and talk about su***de. Join us on November 7 from 6-8 pm at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Oxon Hill for a free event (registration required): https://soulshop-community-md2023.attendease.com/

Soul Shop for Black Churches is a one-day workshop designed for clergy, staff, lay pastors, and faith-based clinicians in the Black Church. Given the prominence of the church within Black communities, Soul Shop for Black Churches equips these leaders who are on the front lines of the mental health crisis to minister to those impacted by all the faces of trauma and struggle with regard to su***de. Register for the all-day workshop on November 8 in Oxon Hill: https://soulshop-md2023.attendease.com/

Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. Edmond is both a mental health clinician and a survivor of su***de loss, a dual identity he says can be hard to occupy. He once believed that because he was a psychologist, he couldn't share his personal loss with people. What Edmond now understands is that his status as a clinician doesn't lessen his grief, and that's okay.

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Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. When Edmond's mother died by su***de, his family's Persian Jewish culture intimately shaped their experience of grief. He remembers sitting shiva — a seven-day mourning practice among Jewish people — with family and community, and feeling emotionally held and supported. For Edmond, this ritual was an important part of his grieving process.

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Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. When Tim's daughter Nina died by su***de, he remembers receiving an outpouring of support from his neighbors, including meals and flowers. But, he says, that support started to taper off about a month after his daughter's death, even though he was still grieving. For those who lose a loved one to su***de, Tim says, there's no timetable for the healing process, and that's okay.

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Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. Natalia knows that some participants might be hesitant about attending their first AFSP event, nervous it might resurface past difficult or complex emotions. But once you're there, Natalia says, you're surrounded by caring people who have gone through something similar and aren't afraid to talk about it. These events offer a sense of comfort that you're not alone.

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Each survivor of su***de loss grieves in their own way, and on their own timeline. Connecting with others who have lost a loved one to su***de, and hearing how they have navigated the pain of that loss, is a fundamental step toward hope and healing. After losing her sister to su***de, Erika was not prepared to lose her father the same way. But there is hope for those who have lost multiple family members to su***de, who might be worried about their own mental health. You are a unique individual who can have different experiences with mental health, reach out for help, and advocate for yourself.

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988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline means hope and healing for those impacted by mental health, substance abuse and su***de. Call or text 988 24/7 to connect with a trained professional that is here for you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCUH019LQog ***de

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Here directly from Marylanders about how 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline saves lives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Tm3xEzTWgA ***de

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