Save a Life

Every day 22 veterans take their lives… that’s over 8000 veterans a year that leave us before they should.

Veterans take their lives for for many reasons but the fact is that many could be saved if the people around them recognized their need for help.

I’m not an expert in suicide, let alone veteran suicide but just letting your veteran know that you are there for them no matter what, can be a life saver.

So take the time to let your veteran know that you are there if they ever need to talk… or vent… or whatever.

Take it from someone that has had a bout or two with depression and has had thoughts of self harm… having people in your life that are there for you makes all the difference. It truly could be the difference between life and death.

So, support the troops. Our veterans, my brothers and sisters, deserve to have have the support of those in their lives when they need it most.

Be that shoulder to cry on…. that open ear… that rock solid support that they need when everything seems dark and hopeless. Be a friend… be that one person that they can count on.

Guess what? It’s not just a veteran thing. Many people battle depression and suicidal thoughts. Probably more than you could even imagine but here’s the thing…. their story doesn’t need to be a tragic one. Let it be a story of survival and love. Be the love that could save a life. Care…. listen… talk… just be there…

#Mission22

#SuicideAwareness