Public negative criticism is easy and seemingly a sporting game for most of society on any social media platform. It is much more difficult to take the same few minutes to express appreciation and gratitude for something, anything.
That’s unfortunate. I consciously try to give positive affirmations and avoid destructive, constant negativity. Yes, it’s always a work in progress as it is with any of us. Anyone without that sin may now cast their stone at me.
At any rate, I must once again shout out my admiration and gratitude to the Key Peninsula News April 2024 edition, specifically to Lisa Bryan, Ted Olinger and Anne Nesbit and their collaboration this month in Lisa’s recurring column
“Here’s What I Think About That.” The subject matter might make many squirm, but suicide should be openly discussed. It’s the healthy approach to reducing it and, ideally, ending it. It is a grand idea and well worth pursuing.
Absorb the information and resources shared in this outstanding public service article. Keep it handy for future reference. Tape it to your refrigerator.
Information will be right there if a crisis presents itself. This is a serious public health problem. Educate yourself and be prepared to save a life.
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