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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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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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Conversations With the Ones We Have Loved and Lost

In a letter to Alex, I reflect on grief, love, and life after loss—facing trauma, dating, and writing our story while seeking peace before my 40th birthday.

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