Safety Circles And The Power Of A “Before” Note

by “Bernadette”

I’ve been messaging with a young lady who is truly delightful, but also in immense pain. She struggles with suicidality and has teetered precariously on the edge more than a few times. I’m glad to say that she is still here today.

During our chats, she has shared with me feeling isolated and being afraid to ask for help – for fear of those doing the “helping” calling 911. She has reminded me that this is something that should be shared. While it is engrained in most of us that 911 is the go-to for all emergencies, those … Read more...