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How do you move beyond why, when someone takes their own life? How do we get beyond the shame?

I wrote an open letter to my dad, my dear friends, those that have also been left to move forward. http://sparkignitefire.me/2012/02/14/open-letter-to-those-that-chose-that-moment/
It has had 1000's of reads in just over 2 months. This is a conversation that is desperate to happen.

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Topics: brain death death death of creatives desperation mental illness suicide suicide intervention suicide prevention taking ones own life
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Closing Statement from sarah boardman-miller

The gratitude I feel is almost overwhelming.
Thank you for being raw, able to be loved and sharing your hearts.
Let's continue the conversation.
I adore you.

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    sarah boardman-miller

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    Apr 23 2012: I am overwhelmed by the incredible comments, responses, and personal emails. People......you are courageous. Continue the conversation, it saves lives.

    • Mary M. 100+

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      Apr 23 2012: Well Sarah, I think I can speak for the others, THANK YOU for your courage in bringing this topic out.
      Not everyone can be as candid as you have been.
      So, thank you dear Sarah. Many of us are learning quite a bit by reading the comments being made.

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