ask me, tell me... I am listening

Half-full or empty…

A young person once asked me to say something inspiring to her, because she was feeling low. “Tell me something profound,” she pleaded. I stared at her and said that’s not how it works. She apologized, but I know she needed help. I’m glad she reached out, but I know I have my limits. There […]

Allie’s mom

October 15, 2021

conversation, daughter, depression, faith, God, grief, hope, it’s ok not to be ok, loneliness, love, mental health, resilience, self care, suicide, support, survivor of suicide, therapy

Lead me through my faith…

I’m excited to share with you that I have been allowed to become trained and certified as an instructor for the Mental Health First Aid program for our local Catholic Diocese. Such an amazing program, and I am truly honored to have this chance to be a more active member of the mental health ministry […]

Allie’s mom

September 16, 2021

mental health

Prayers & Support For the Faithful – Suicide Awareness Month

We pray that families and friends experiencing the loss of a loved one by suicide may find healing and comfort, we pray to the Lord. We pray that those living with a mental illness, depression and suicidal thoughts may find the help and support that they need, we pray to the Lord. Thankful for God’s […]

Allie’s mom

September 7, 2021

mental health