From Loss to Legacy: Grief, Advocacy and The Power of Story with Lisa Sugarman

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Jen speaks with Lisa Sugarman, a mental health advocate and author, about her journey through loss and grief and how it has shaped her work in suicide prevention. Lisa shares her experiences as a survivor of suicide loss, the importance of writing as a healing tool and her involvement with organizations like The Trevor Project. They discuss the power of community, the significance of sharing personal stories and the mission behind Lisa's podcast, The Survivors - which aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health.

Key Takeaways:

• Loss can lead to a powerful advocacy journey.
• Community and connection are vital in mental health support.
• The Trevor Project provides essential crisis support for LGBTQ youth.
• The Help Hub offers a comprehensive resource for mental health.
• Holding space for others is a privilege in crisis counseling.
• You don't have to be suicidal to reach out for help.

Episode Highlights:

[05:39] The Impact of Grief and the Process of Healing

[09:24] The Power of Writing as a Coping Mechanism

[16:44] The Evolution of Lisa's Writing

[19:55] Finding Purpose in Advocacy and Community Engagement

[31:53] The Trevor Project: A Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth

[45:52] The Survivors Podcast: Breaking the Stigma

[52:03] The Help Hub: A Resource for Mental Health

[58:17] Honoring Those We've Lost

Resources Mentioned:

The HelpHUB™ (https://www.thehelphub.co/)

The Survivors Podcast (https://thesurvivors.net/)

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI (https://www.nami.org/) )

The Trevor Project (https://www.thetrevorproject.org/)

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