April is known to be Fools’ month but our topic today is no joke.
Suicide is a very personal topic hence we don’t like to talk about it. The idea of our loved one suffering so much that they would rather kill themselves sends a shudder down our spines. But maybe if we open the floor to conversations exploring the feelings behind this need to leave this world, we could put an end to the shame that often is a driver to pushing us further to the edge.
The Semi Colon Project is an international drive that provides hope to those who suffer from mental health issues like depression, anxiety and self harm. One is encouraged to tattoo or mark one’s body (more commonly the wrist area) with a semi colon. Our prize sponsors, Janine Binneman Fine Jewellery, have especially designed pieces of Jewellery with semi colons to coincide…
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This is a wonderful contest & I applaud Janine Binneman Fine Jewelry, Our Lived Experience & blahpolar for promoting awareness of suicide & for giving readers the opportunity to win some gorgeous, meaningful jewelry!
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I thought about the tattoo. Strangely, I’m too afraid to do it because I fear it might be recognized. That speaks how much stigma there still is :S
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