Ep 53. More Open Arms. Less Iron Fists - Loving through Suicide

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This week we discuss curve balls that life consistency throws at you. One of the biggest curveballs you can face is a loved one attempting to commit suicide. Join us as we have a very heartfelt discussion, and explore our own experience with suicide. We’ve learned from very personal experience that it affects everyone in the family.

Show highlights:

• Fun curveballs - Starting something new


• The challenge of learning something new - bridges aren’t built in a day


• Learning how to handle the unexpected “curve balls” of low


• Two people very close to us trying to hurt themselves even trying to commit suicide


• The assumption they are doing it to hurt others.


• Judie’s struggle with depression - not able to control internal anger and irritability


• Feeling like you failed as a parent


• Get outside help - therapy, counseling, direction


• Jody’s first experience with suicide - the death of his uncle


• We have to be willing to have the discussion


• There may be accusations, self-doubt and guilt


• Extend the arm of love not a fist


• Some can’t fathom they are worthy of love


• We need to be gentle, kind, patient and full of grace to each other

Resources:

Suicide Hotline

800-273-8255

Website

suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Thank you for joining us every week!

Mahalo!

Jody & Judie Sedrick

choosedontexcuse@gmail.com