An honest and vulnerable space for those who seek to explore the depths of beauty and pain in life, and to feel inspired and challenged in equal measure, from a visual artist who found solace in writing after suicide loss.

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Grief Dreams

Grief Dreams

Five years ago, I met my late partner, Alex. I reflect on the feeling of dread that I had during our relationship and how dreams helped me process his suicide.

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Wrapping Up 2024

Reflecting on life in Canada and visits home to Argentina, I embrace change, nostalgia, and connection. Thank you for sharing this journey—see you in 2025!

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Navigating Early Grief

Early grief is survival—shock, trauma, and a dreamlike haze. Over time, the good days outnumber the bad, bringing hope and the return of breathing with ease.

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Permission to Crumble in Loving Company: How to Support a Grieving Friend

After losing my partner to suicide, I reflect on grief challenges, the power of compassion, holding space for pain, and why support matters more than solutions.

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Be the Friend Who Stays After Everyone Else Has Left: How to Support a Grieving Friend

Grief support fades with time, but loss lingers. I share my journey after Alex's death and offer tips for long-term support to those grieving deeply.

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It Could Be Anyone: Suicide Discriminates No One

I reflect on joining a Suicide Grief Support Group, seeking patterns to understand why people choose to end their lives and finding new perspectives on grief.

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I'd Rather Go It Alone: The Stigma Around Suicide

Stigma silences those struggling. Reflecting on Alex’s fears, I stress the need for safe spaces and breaking societal judgment to support mental health.

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To Those Left Behind After Suicide Loss

Grieving Alex's suicide, I grappled with guilt, anger, and seeking answers. This post explores the complex emotions and challenges of suicide loss.

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Nothing Matters Anymore: A Reflection on the Suicidal Mind

In my blog, I challenge the idea of suicide as selfish, sharing how my partner Alex's unbearable anxiety and hopelessness left him feeling he had no choice.

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