Jay’s Story

2026-04-07

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After making a series of unfortunate choices, Jay found himself sitting in a jail cell, alone and hopeless. But a fellow inmate's words brought him comfort, and changed the course of his life. If you or someone you love is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there are people who can help. If you're inside the U.S., call or text 988. If you’re outside the U.S., you can find your country's resources here: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Image credit: Bekeen.co via unsplash.com Do you ha...

After making a series of unfortunate choices, Jay found himself sitting in a jail cell, alone and hopeless. But a fellow inmate's words brought him comfort, and changed the course of his life.

If you or someone you love is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there are people who can help. If you're inside the U.S., call or text 988. If you’re outside the U.S., you can find your country's resources here: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/

Image credit: Bekeen.co via unsplash.com

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--Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget.

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--If your hero were standing in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.

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