Suicide, Grief, Sobriety, and the Power of Shared-Experiences with Mary Odgers and Amanda Caldwell

Trigger Warning: We will be discussing suicidality in this episode. If at any point the conversation feels too heavy for you, please know that it is okay to listen to yourself and take space. Please contact a crisis or emergency line if you are feeling suicidal. Welcome back to Not Your Basic Influencers Podcast! Elyce and Leah here, two (kinda) basic women and licensed mental health professionals influencing you on the sh*t that really matters. In this episode, we speak to Mary Twomey Odgers and Amanda Caldwell about their personal experiences and understanding of suicidality. Mary and Amanda both describe their grief and loss of loved ones who have died by suicide, as well as how they have worked through these losses and other life events and challenges. Mary Twomey Odgers is a writer, retired registered nurse of twenty-two years, and life coach, whose default view of the world is through the lens of optimism. She is the author of Six Funerals and a Wedding, her memoir, that further illustrates both the grief and hopefulness that was shared in today's conversation. Amanda Caldwell is a wife, mother, and floral designer who has made the decision to live alcohol free and hopes to inspire others who have chosen to do the same. You can follow Amanda on Instagram @sober_musings_with_mandy When it comes to suicide prevention: DO try and share resources and emphasize seeking help . DO share warning signs, risk factors, and protective factory . DO emphasize prevention . AVOID glorifying suicide or people who have died by suicide . AVOID suicide or suicidal ideation as common . AVOID sharing details and descriptions around methods of suicide . Though commonly used for a long time, try to AVOID using language like “commit suicide”, which can evoke association with crime or sin. Instead, try shifting your language to “died by suicide” or “death by suicide” . . . Resources: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7): 1-800-273-8255 Support this podcast by subscribing/following on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. If you liked this episode, please rate and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also call in and leave us a voicemail with any afterthoughts, questions or suggestions for future topics at 323.553.2093! We would LOVE to hear from you

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This episode was published on May 3, 2021.

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