“Asking them if they were thinking of ending their life was the last thing I wanted to do, because it felt like it risked showing them a glimpse of rock bottom. But I knew it’s what I had to do”.
CoLiberate’s General Manager, Gráinne, has written a beautiful essay for the Spinoff about supporting those we love through suicidal ideation. Have a read of the article here.
If you’re seeking a way to ask someone you care about if they’re feeling suicidal in your own words, book one of our renowned MHFR skills training courses.
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