6 Harmful Myths About Suicide—And the Truth Survivors Need You to Know

In this deeply raw and heartfelt episode, hosts Gretchen and Lisa delve into the heavy topic of suicide, unpacking personal stories, public perceptions, and the damaging power of stigma. They offer unflinching honesty, resilience, and hope, reminding us all that healing begins when we start speaking out. 

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🔍 Episode Summary
Gretchen and Lisa crack open the emotional complexities surrounding suicide, from attempted survival to loss, and share their journeys with unfiltered vulnerability. They explore how language shapes stigma and how powerful conversations can unravel decades of misunderstanding, shame, and silence.

🎓 Lessons Learned

• Words Matter: The way we discuss suicide ("committed" vs "died by") can either reinforce stigma or dismantle it.
• You’re Not Alone: Those who survived attempts and those grieving a suicide loss are not only survivors—they are parents, professionals, friends, and leaders.
• Be kind, always: You never know what battle someone may be fighting internally.
• Trust Falls Are Real: Opening up about mental health can feel like a trust fall, but there is a community ready to catch you.
• Mental Illness Is Not a Moral Failure: Suicide is often a result of mental illness, not a sign of weakness, sin, or selfishness.

⏱️ Chapters
0:00 – Trigger Warning & Crisis Resources
1:20 – What Bugs Us: Stigma Around Suicide
5:40 – From Silence to Sharing: Personal Stories of Attempt Survival
12:30 – Language and Labels: Changing the Narrative
17:00 – Workplace Stigma and Healing in Public Spaces
20:10 – Generational Beliefs and Breaking the Cycle
24:00 – Final Reflections: Humanity, Hope, and Community


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