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We're glad you stayed. ]( We hope it goes without saying, but if it doesn't: We're glad you're here. That you have chosen to stay. The expectations placed on you aren't always fair or compassionate. There should never be a standard of perfection because that leaves no room for grace and acceptance. When we say that we're glad you're here, it means you as you are. It means you in the valley, during the climb, and at the peak of the mountain. Things We're Excited About.   TWLOHA is special because this movement is a collective effort. We get to reach and help more people because our supporters put so much love and effort into doing this work with us. That’s why we’re so excited to share our newly imagined [Get Involved]( section of our website that will make it even easier for you to discover and choose how you want to play a pivotal role in making hope, help, and healing a reality for those struggling. Along with this, there’s also our [Suicide Prevention Campaign](twloha.com/stay) that’s in full swing and has already reached MILLIONS of people—but it’s not too late for you to participate. And for those looking to bring mental health to their high school, apply today before the Between the Bells application window closes! Lastly, for those seeking more knowledge and skills when it comes to handling a crisis moment more confidently, we have some [October trainings]( with a few spots remaining. There’s no better time to act than right now!   [Every 40 seconds we lose a loved one by suicide. Learn how you can change that reality for the better.](twloha.com/stay) [Every 40 seconds we lose a loved by suicide. Learn how you can change that reality for the better.]( Stories of Hope.   [From Surviving to Thriving: My Story of Surviving a Suicide Attempt]( By Tony Mikel and Courtney Sloan June 27th, 2018. It’s another cloudy, yet hot summer’s day in Texas. I wake up and take a nice, long, and hot shower. The warmth of the water as it hits my skin feels surreal like I won’t get another chance to experience it again. I brush my teeth, shave, and then put on my favorite Deathly Hallows shirt and a pair of jeans. [Not Everyone Will Like The Real You]( By Cortland Hunter We are in an era of sharing major life events on our social media feeds. We all have different intentions in what we share and how we respond. I had my coming out about my sexual orientation. Then I had my coming out about my mental health crisis. [Please Stay Alive]( By Lindsay Kolsch We’re sitting on the patio in the oppressive, muggy Florida evening when my friend Kaitlyn gets a call she’s been anxiously waiting for. Text message after text message, call after call, and no one can reach her best friend Brittany. The fear and worry are stacking on her shoulders because Brittany’s family can’t find her either. [Wired for Connection]( By Becky Ebert You were wired for connection—more specifically: authentic connection. You are meant to love and be loved. To give compassion, comfort, and acceptance, and to receive all of it as well. But with that connection, can come attachment and vulnerability. Two things that for many of us stir up fear. Fuel this Movement.   [Rose Icon ]( Be the reason someone gets help [LEARN MORE]( [Shirt icon]( Bring hope home [LEARN MORE]( [Cupcake icon]( Share your birthday with TWLOHA [LEARN MORE]( [TWLOHA Blue logo icon]( Be a steady source of hope [LEARN MORE]( PleaseStayAlive.com In a moment of crisis, there are many things that can get in the way of being able to ask for help. When we set out to create a comprehensive and easy-to-use crisis resource page, our hope was to remove as many barriers as we possibly could. While you'll find helplines to dial or text for free whenever you need to, you'll also find encouraging messages, templates for how to ask for help when you're struggling to find the courage or words, long-term professional support options, and a full toolkit featuring therapist-led videos and worksheets. We made this all for you because we not only care, but we also understand. [EXPLORE THE CRISIS RESOURCE]( DONATE → FIND HELP → STORIES → SELF-CARE → FOLLOW US: [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [TikTok]( No longer want to receive these emails? [Unsubscribe](. © 2024 TWLOHA • P.O. Box 2203, Melbourne, FL, 32902