In this episode, we have a special testimony from Kat Badger, the founder of Stop the Stigma Indiana's Facebook group, and mother of Alyssa Goddard, ForEver 26, born 10/14/1997 and died by suicide 08/09/2024. Kat’s testimony is also Alyssa’s story, both struggled with suicidal ideation, and adverse childhood experiences. But Kat is determined to fight back against stigma, stigma against suicide and mental health, and stigma against one's self. “I knew the stigma other people had on me, because I had to wear so many maska so nobody could see my depression and stuff. But, I didn’t see me showing stigma; especially with my child….So now I’m out there to fight that stigma, to fight those words that you don’t really think are a big deal. They’re a big deal to someone who’s suffering. And that’s what I’m trying tolearn about now. And I still have my days when I do, but we’re human. So, yeah.”

If you are in crisis or know someone who is please reach out to the 988 crisis lifeline, the 1-800-273-8255 National Suicide crisis hotline, 1-800-662-4357 SAMHSA hotline or 741-741 text to talk... but be sure to reach out!

Stop the Stigma Indiana Facebook group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/977907983870084

Soul Unveiled on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/soulunveileduk

Just More Than ... Survivors of Suicide Kansas City #Facebook Group Link:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/657722746348575/

Check back for more links!

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I always say this is a special episode, but every episode is special. However, we will be listening to a special story today, Sara’s story told from her fiancé Scott. I want to mention that Scott has a background in psychological studies, which I think helps when trying to cope with and understand grief after suicide loss. I won’t take up to much time talking before we listen in, but I want to say that Sara has a family grieving; a mother, two children, and a husband to be that will never be now. I want to thank Scott for sharing Sara’s story, for being a voice and providing us with a point of view through a male voice in the community. Men’s mental health matters and I hope that this can help other men who may be struggling to know that it is okay to talk about it – whether you have lost a loved on or are struggling yourself – and that for all who are listening, we encourage you to talk about. If you are in crisis or know someone who is please reach out to the 988 crisis lifeline, the 1-800-273-8255 National Suicide crisis hotline, 1-800-662-4357 SAMHSA hotline or 741-741 text to talk... but be sure to reach out!

PHOTO SUBMISSION! Honoring those we lost and those who have survived! Please submit a photo to be included in a special tribute video. You may use the sign up link, and I will reach out to you or feel free to send the information any way you can... tie it to a dove, send it in messenger, whatever it takes to get it my way. Email BfromKC@gmail.com also. The memorial video will be made available during the second week of September for suicide awareness and prevention month and will also be shared during the SOS conference more details coming soon!

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This is a special broadcast because it is the last episode in the first season! So, we are going to talk about Veteran suicide. In May we celebrated Memorial Day, and in July we are celebrated Independence Day. So, with the idea of patriotism, we remember our soldiers and heroes. We should also remember their mental health is very important. The truth is however, many suffer from mental health illnesses and many also die by suicide. I will have a special announcement as we begin, but keep listening in because later in the episode, I have a special interview to share.

AFSP Preventing suicide in military families: https://afsp.org/preventing-suicide-in-military-families/#military-suicide-prevention-resources

StopSoldierSuicide.com Veteran Statistics: https://stopsoldiersuicide.org/vet-stats

Military & Veteran Crisis Line (National Suicide Crisis Hotline): 1-800-273-8255 Press 1 for Military and Veterans.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline- Press 1 for Veteran Assistance or Chat at: 988lifeline.org

Vets 4 Warriors: vets4warriors.com

1-855-838-8255

Veterans InTransition: pdhealth.mil/resources/intransition

1-800-424-7877

Military One Source: militaryonesource.mil

1-800-342-9647

TAPS - Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors: taps.org 1-800-959-8277

Veterans Administration (VA) resources:

mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention

VA's Caregiver Support Line (CSL)

1-855-260-3274

Office of Warrior Care Policy: warriorcare.dodlive.mil

Psychological Health Center of Excellence: pdhealth.mil/resources/call-centers

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Este episodio transmite en Espanol...

I have a very special guest with us today. Rossy Duran is joining us to share about her son Daniel Bañuelos, who died by suicide just under a year ago. Rossy is a part of the Latina community and hopes to bring education, awareness, and hope to the community affected by suicide loss. This is a very important topic because of the stigma that not only surrounds suicide, but surrounds cultures also affected by suicide. So, that is why today’s episode is also broadcast in Spanish. I hope to help Rossy have a platform to share the love she has in bringing this hope to the community through her words and actions. This is a long episode guys, so be prepared to stay for the duration of our time together. We really appreciate your engagement.

Tengo un invitado muy especial con nosotros hoy. Rossy Duran se une a nosotros para compartir sobre su hijo Daniel Bañuelos, quien se suicidó hace poco menos de un año. Rossy es parte de la comunidad latina y espera brindar educación, conciencia y esperanza a la comunidad afectada por la pérdida por suicidio. Este es un tema muy importante debido al estigma que no sólo rodea al suicidio, sino que también rodea a las culturas afectadas por el suicidio. Por eso el episodio de hoy también se transmite en español. Espero ayudar a Rossy a tener una plataforma para compartir el amor que tiene al llevar esta esperanza a la comunidad a través de sus palabras y acciones. Este es un episodio largo, muchachos, así que prepárense para quedarse mientras dure nuestro tiempo juntos. Realmente apreciamos su compromiso.

Follow/Seguir Rossy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosa.duran.3511

Just MoreThan ... Survivors of Suicide Kansas City #Facebook Group Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657722746348575/

🙏💜🫂🩵🙏 #JMTSOSKC #JMTSSKC

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March is a very special month remembering my daughter Jazzlynn's first angelversary. We will talk about what it means to #leavealighton and the#AFSP collaboration with the #PapaRoach song Leave A Light On. Everytime this song is streamed a #donation is made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Help us Leave a Light On for others, and join the #Facebook event page Leave A Light on for Jazzlynn here: https://fb.me/e/22fpIv4xi

Leave a light on during March in memory of Jazzlynn Testerman 10/07/1999 - 03/25/2023. Our daughter, our sister, our HERO, now, always & forever. We love you, kidd-0.Just pick a day and post your light, leave one for your loved one as well.#JMTSOSKC #JMTSSKC #JMTSOS

Just More Than ... Survivors of Suicide Kansas City #Facebook Group Link: https://lnkd.in/gvBW9ghn

Find out more about Talk Away the Dark here: https://talkawaythedark.afsp.org/

#HaveARealConvo here: https://talkawaythedark.afsp.org/startaconversation/

Read more about Talk Away the Dark and Papa Roach here: https://supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm...

Stream Leave a Light on by Papa Roach here:

https://paparoach.lnk.to/LALO

#SeizeTheAwkward #talkaboutmentalhealth #stopsuicide #YouMatter #988Lifeline #mentalhealth #havearealconvo #survivorsofsuicide #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport #stay #survivorsupport #survivoratories #sos #KC #dearpersonbehindme #youarenotalone #stay #youmatter #YouAreNotAlone #kansascity #kcmo #kck #kansascitykansas #KansasCityMissouri #kansascitymo #kansascityks #TalkAwayTheDark #mentalhealthmatters #SuicideEducation #suicideprevention #suicidepostvention #HEROJazzlynn

Many topics to cover, and my apologies for delay in the new episode. This episode is an #SOS for mental help and mental health! We also discuss events following the #Chiefs rally and #BlackHistoryMonth. With so much to talk about let's get started!

Also see the link mentioned in this broadcast about "How and why the five steps can help":

https://www.bethe1to.com/bethe1to-steps-evidence/

Just More Than ... Survivors of Suicide Kansas City #Facebook Group Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657722746348575/

Just More Than ... Survivors of Suicide Kansas City #Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553572018655

🙏💜🫂🩵🙏 #JMTSOSKC #JMTSSKC

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Remembering my mother Joyce 09-11- 1963 - 12/24/1984 and daughter Jazlynn 10/07/1999 - 03/25/2023.

Just More Than ... Survivors of Suicide Kansas City #Facebook Group Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657722746348575/

🙏💜🫂🩵🙏 #JMTSOSKC #JMTSSKC

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