The World Health Organization estimates more than 800,000 people take their own lives each year, and suicide remains the second leading cause of death among 15-29 year olds. Earlier this year, I was invited on the podcast “Our Deepest Secrets Revealed” to discuss how perfection is…Read More
When I was a child and my parents would ask what I wanted to be when I grew up, I would simply say that I wanted to be happy….Then I got to this place, 18 years ago, where I hadn’t been happy for almost three…Read More
We all want to help someone who may be struggling with depression. But unfortunately, starting the conversation is not always easy. Where is the best place to start? Opening communication channels is a great way to start. But before you do start the conversation, you…Read More
I had the pleasure of speaking with Fox 26 News Houston a while back. We discussed tips for overcoming depression and developing gratitude for being alive. As many of you know, 24 years ago, I set a date to end my life. I’m so grateful…Read More
If you pay attention at all to the news or social media, you have likely noticed that the number of celebrity suicides has increased. When a well-known person, someone of fame and fortune, chooses to take their own life, we tend to notice. These aren’t…Read More
With the rise of stress, anxiety and depression in today’s world, chances are you know at least one person who struggles with depression. If that person is someone you care about deeply, it be can be tough to navigate. How can you be there for…Read More
When I was a child and my parents would ask what I wanted to be when I grew up, I would simply say that I wanted to be happy….Then I got to this place, 18 years ago, where I hadn’t been happy for almost three…Read More
The World Health Organization estimates more than 800,000 people take their own lives each year, and suicide remains the second leading cause of death among 15-29 year olds. Earlier this year, I was invited on the podcast “Our Deepest Secrets Revealed” to discuss how perfection is…Read More
When I was a child and my parents would ask what I wanted to be when I grew up, I would simply say that I wanted to be happy….Then I got to this place, 18 years ago, where I hadn’t been happy for almost three…Read More
When I was at my lowest point 17 years ago, I made a decision. The decision was that I was going to end it all. I even set the date. 6 months from the day of my decision, unless something changed significantly, I was out…Read More
