The other “Big lie”…

Some years ago I suffered a devastating bout of depression. At that moment, I was at my wits end and contemplated suicide. At my lowest point, I really thought that life would never get any better and that things would never turn around – that, my friends, is the “big lie” that is the trap of suicide. The fact is – things DID get better and my life DID turn around after that day. I often think back to the earlier years of my diagnosis and the prognosis that was given by some. Most thought I would never return to college much less matriculate and earn, not one but two degrees. Thankfully, there was something inside of me that gave me a ‘hunger’ to succeed. I am grateful for my experiences, both the challenges and the triumphs, and look forward with expectation for what lies ahead. Truly, the Lord is good and can turn any situation around if you allow Him the chance.

If you need help right now, please call 1-800-273-8255. – The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Available 24 hours. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org