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A Tragic Loss Goodbye Edward “Eddie” Kaspbrak, known to the world as James Ransone. The talented actor, recognized for his many memorable film roles, has sadly passed away by suicide at the age of 46. He died by hanging on Friday, December 19, 2025. Personal Reflections and Empathy This loss feels deeply personal, even though… Continue reading Remembering James Ransone (Edward “Eddie” Kaspbrak)
For those who know me, for those who read my blogs, my books and just my writing, death and suicide are often a topic of discussion. It is certainly not a topic most like to talk about or even consider. I have had many breaking points in life, struggling with depression, anxiety, financial struggles, especially… Continue reading Suicide Prevention Month: Why Your Voice Matters
The aftermath of Suicide is well displayed in media if you have ever watched the television series “Reservation Dogs” and “The Bear” where two the characters the television series center around is where Daniel reflecting the high rates of suicide in Indigenous communities. Whereas Mikey in the Bear also commits suicide which sets the tone… Continue reading Exploring Grief: Suicide in Reservation Dogs and The Bear
Suicide prevention continues to be a topic we should all care about as I at one point struggled and even attempted many years ago, thankful to be here today. It's important to have an open discussion about struggle and stop making those with depression a stigma. There is hope for all who suffer, I am proof of that and here is my story.
During this time of year, the holidays. I often think about the amount of grief and sadness people are going through. I believe that this is time when suicides are at the highest levels as many go through this time of year feeling lonely as they look around who appear to be happy, have happy… Continue reading The Hidden Struggles of the Holiday Season: A Call for Kindness
September is National Suicide Prevention Month and it’s especially important for those who have lost friends or loved ones to suicide. This month opens the discussion to those who are struggling, a discussion, a conversation that may change someone’s life. One should look at the warning sides of suicide. No one person is alike and… Continue reading September is National Suicide Prevention Month
I often reflect on the state of my mind as at times I feel like I am going into madness, unpredictability and on edge, which I feel most of the time. I feel defensive now this point in my life, like when is something going to be taken from me, like money, my job, my… Continue reading Constant Reflections on Life
People often say I would die for you, whether it’s their child, spouse , loved ones but how true is that. If you were the main provider for your family and were about to be homeless and had to die to save them that hardship, would you. Many would say NO , if we are… Continue reading Would You Die Voluntarily?
Hear me out because often especially in the U.S. we make great efforts to prevent suicide. The know the answer may be oblivious such as “Well because their life matters” or “they need to live” . But why do they need to live, who are they living for , for family and friends who will… Continue reading Why Do We Try So Hard to Prevent Suicide
The holidays are certainly a time of self-reflection, what we consider to be the most important. Although one could look at my life and see that I have nothing to be down about, as I have a family wife and daughter whom I Love. But each day I think how much better their life could… Continue reading Giving myself the Gift of 5 more years of Life
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