This life will bring you trials and tribulations. Maybe you've lost a loved one, maybe you're going through a break up, or maybe your depression is really getting the best of you. No matter the situation, God is here. He meets us where we are at, and His word gives us encouragement during times of grief and heartbreak.
These Survivors Wrote Their Way Out of Trauma, and Their Words Will Take Your Breath Away
"Hate will always fall victim to love."
5 Easily Missed Signs Someone Could Be Ready to Commit Suicide
It takes an army to defeat depression. Go build an army for those who need it.
New Laws Now Make Child Prostitutes a Thing of the Past
It’s the largest form of slavery in the world. Sex trafficking. Thousands of children are arrested every year as criminals for being victims of child sexual violence. In the state of California, child prostitutes are now a thing of the past.
Sexual Assault + Social Media Shaming = The Nightmare That Is Netflix’s “Audrie & Daisy”
Audrie & Daisy are two different girls, sexually assaulted on two different nights, in two different towns. The Netflix documentary relives the brutal torture that followed each girl's rape.
Why #IKeptLiving, and You Should Too
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Here's one reader's story about why #IKeptLiving. "I am now the kind of joyful that doesn't fade when things get tough."
In 140 Characters or Less, These People Share The Secret That Kept Them From Committing Suicide
In 140 characters or less, people from all over the world shared inspiring tweets that serve as a powerful reminder to seek treatment for mental illness and to start a conversation about what really matters.
I Don’t Want to Die. I Just Don’t Want to Exist.
I have suicidal thoughts, but I’m not suicidal.
At the World’s Most Popular Place to Commit Suicide, This Hero Has Saved More Than 300 People
He works a full-time job to support his family and humanitarian work, but the 'Angel of Nanjing' spends his weekends patrolling this bridge for suicide attempts.
I Thought He Was Reading His Son’s Suicide Note—My Heart Skipped a Beat When I Realized the Truth
Suicide Notes Talk Too Late. They are discovered after the fact—when it's too late to talk, and there's no time left to ask questions, or tell someone who could help.
“Stop Making Light of Suicide!”—A Survivor Gets Real About Dodging Triggers
It’s so easy to make light of suicide—until it touches your life or the life of someone you love. You quickly discover, there’s nothing funny about suicide.
To My Daughter’s Drug Dealer on Her Birthday
After posting a photo to Facebook with this brief and sharp message, this mom's post has gone viral, and she hopes it will help to save lives.
“I May Have Lost My Son, but I Gained an Army”—Mom Shares Bittersweet Photo Just Days After Son’s Death
His death was really just the beginning of a whole new life together for this teen's family and friends.
No One Listened When Daniel Fitzpatrick Said He Was Bullied, but We’re All Listening Now
Daniel Fitzpatrick died so that his voice would finally be heard. This 13-year-old boy's message is starting a conversation about awareness, bullying and the importance of listening to cries for help.
Kayla Harrison—Victim, Survivor and Now Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist
From sexual abuse victim to two-time Olympic gold medalist, Kayla Harrison is a force to be reckoned with. The 26-year-old judo champion is determined to help others through her experience, and make sure that future victims never feel alone in their fight.
When I’m Wishing My Suicide Attempt Had Worked—Two Words Remind Me Why It Didn’t
I don't know why God kept me alive, but two words give me some reminder of why He did.
“Like Her “Big Brother” Michael Phelps, She Thought About Suicide—Allison Schmitt Reveals How She ‘Swam’ Out Of Depression”
Now competing at her third Summer Games, six-time U.S. Olympic swimming medalist Allison Schmitt hopes talking about her experience with depression and loss offers a lifeline to other people and athletes.
A Photo for Every Year You Got to Live—19-Year-Old Posts Tribute to Her Late Twin Sister
“You died this morning, August 2, 2016. You were just 19 years old.”
