I thought I would share one of my favorite songs (Eminem Beautiful) as I reflect on what suicide prevention means to me.
link to song if you haven’t heard it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBb11rmHLIY
This past year has been one of the most challenging times of my life. I watched my 20-year relationship fall apart, missed crucial professional opportunities, and questioned nearly every decision I’ve ever made. To say I was struggling would be an understatement. What stung even more was the silence from people I thought were my friends—they never reached out, never asked how I was doing. It left me feeling hollow and alone.
But instead of letting that break me, I took this as a chance to reflect on who my real friends are, and I focused on building myself—mind and body—stronger than ever. I refused to let this hardship define or defeat me.
When patients tell me they’re at their breaking point, I understand that feeling. But I also know they’ve only tapped into a fraction of their strength. There’s so much more to give, more life to live. During dark times, it’s easy to feel unheard and invisible, but I promise you—I’m here, I’m listening, and we can get through anything.
If you or someone you love is in a dark place, please reach out for help. You are not alone, and your story is far from over. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that you’re not beautiful—because you are.