*Trigger Warning* - Mention of means of suicide   

Thursday 10th September was World Suicide Prevention Day 2020, a day each year where organisations from around the world come together to raise awareness of suicide and how we can work together to reduce the number of people who die by suicide. We were joined by some amazing guests for a live discussion around suicide which was broadcast to our Facebook page and this episode is bringing you the replay of that conversation. 

Connect with our guests:  

Alison Blackler, Mind Coach & Author - Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin or via her website  

Ann Allen, Grief Recovery Specialist - Linkedin or via her website or you can call her directly on 3607213433

Clare Davis, Mental Health First Aid Instructor - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Linkedin or via her website  

Khara Croswaite Brindle, Mental Health Therapist - Facebook, Instagram, or Linkedin 

Shiggi Pakter, Audio Content Producer & DJ - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Linkedin 

And with us: Psykhe Coaching on Facebook, Instagram or via our website

Mentioned in this episode: 

• Shiggi's podcast - Getting Shiggi With...  
• Clare's podcast - Mental Health Chats with Clare Davis  
• Alison's book - A Path Travelled 
• Khara's Non Profit Organisation, Catalively 

If you are feeling suicidal, please reach out for support. Some useful 24/7 helpline numbers are:  

UK 

Samaritans – call 116 123 or email [email protected] 

Text Shout to 85258 (24/7 text line)  

US 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network 1-800-273-TALK (8255), press 1 for veterans 

Crisis text line - text Talk to 741741   

Or visit the following for further resource suggestions: 

UK: www.nhs.uk/conditions/suicide  

US: www.afsp.org/suicide-prevention-resources

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