Transforming The Legacy of Suicide

I posted the story of my father’s suicide and follow-up on my blog at www.pathwayseol.com. Having experienced 10 suicides of family and friends in my life, suicide became an option, a dark friend, during dark times, and that provided the strength to hold on since I did not want to leave that legacy.  The good news is using this experience and knowledge has allowed me to be present without judgment in my work as a nurse, in hospice and now in end of life education.  My focus is educating, especially when working with those with a progressive illness.  Respond to the fears, provide a way to navigate, help them consider their legacy and prepare for meaningful closure.  I would love to hear from others about their fears, needs as I seek to continue to be the student and ultimately provide the best possible guidance and tools.