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#30Days30Stories is back

For every day of National Suicide Prevention Month in September, one story of resilience will be released online to share a message of hope and help to those who may be struggling.

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“If we can make the difference in one person’s life or the life of one family, then we have already accomplished our goal.“

Dennis “DJ” Smith (2011)

“If we can make the difference in one person’s life or the life of one family, then we have already accomplished our goal.“

Dennis “DJ” Smith (2011)

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Today's story is from Billie Sutton, from Burke, S

Today's story is from Billie Sutton, from Burke, SD. Billie is a former professional rodeo cowboy, state senator, and 2018 candidate for governor of South Dakota. He's a husband, father, financial professional, and rancher who has endured trauma and loss, and has shown great perseverance. On October 4, 2007, Billie was competing at the Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo in Minot, North Dakota. He had drawn a horse named Ruby. He got in the chute, just like any other ride. But before he could nod his head to open the chute, Ruby flipped over on him, slamming his back against the chute gate. Ruby stood up. And he knew he had broken his back. He was instantly paralyzed from the waist down. Not only would he never ride again, but he would also likely not walk again. Thinking a spinal cord injury would be his toughest loss, Billie was ready for anything life would throw at him. But the compounding loss of the gubernatorial race in 2018 and his baby daughter in 2020 have since taught him about resilience in unimaginable ways. Billie fights through his grief and trauma every day. Billie finds hope and strength primarily in family. They've been his biggest sense of community and support throughout each of these difficult times. Rising Hope Counseling, LLC, in Burke, SD, also helped him navigate and manage his emotions. Billie wishes that everyone would know that no one is immune to struggling with mental health, and we are not alone in those struggles. Let's do more to prevent suicide by telling our story. Billie says, "It is healing to tell your story, and it can help others to hear your story. It will also build understanding and empathy. Everyone goes through struggles in life, and we need to understand that we are not alone. Often times people do not know that we are struggling, but if we talk about those struggles it can bring healing and help." Read Billie's story, and all other stories of resilience shared this month as part of our #30Days30Stories campaign for #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth, by clicking the link in our bio.

Our September 25th story is from Susan Kroger, fro

Our September 25th story is from Susan Kroger, from Sioux Falls, SD. Susan has struggled with anxiety her entire life. She was raised in a family that didn't talk about mental health. When she became actively suicidal in college, she knew she needed help. After finding a therapist that worked for her and being prescribed life-saving medication, she was able to manage her anxiety better, until after the birth of her daughter, when she experienced postpartum depression and became suicidal yet again. Susan finds hope and strength in knowing that there are resources for support for her and her kids. She uses therapy and her primary care physician to be matched with medications that work for her. Susan wishes that everyone knew that medication doesn't change your personality. It provides balance. Let's do more to prevent suicide by asking for help when we need it and helping others when they ask for help. Read Susan's story, and all other stories of resilience shared this month as part of our #30Days30Stories campaign for #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth, by clicking the link in our bio.

Today's story is from Kimberly Keiser, from Sioux

Today's story is from Kimberly Keiser, from Sioux Falls, SD. Kimberly is a local mental healthcare provider, who often works with clients struggling with suicidal ideation. She holds this space as sacred and doesn't fear another person's desire to die, rather strives to be present with it and hear their stories and emphatically bear witness to the pain they're carrying. Kimberly provides hope and strength to clients through offering a listening ear and helping them navigate the passive and active thoughts of suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges they face. Kimberly wishes that everyone would know that there is hope. No one should ever stop believing that. Let's do more to prevent suicide by believing there is hope, even in the darkest moments and reaching out to a trusted person when we're struggling to find that hope. Read Kimberly's story, and all other stories of resilience shared this month as part of our #30Days30Stories campaign for #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth, by clicking the link in our bio.

Today's story is from Elaina Houser, from Sioux Fa

Today's story is from Elaina Houser, from Sioux Falls, SD. Elaina is the survivor of great traumas, including loss, sexual assault and rape. These traumas led Elaina to spiral and she has struggled with anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation since facing these traumas. After a best friend attempted suicide, she found therapy, and realized the importance of opening up about her mental health challenges. Elaina finds hope and strength in therapy, reading self-help books, and sharing her story with her community of support and trust. Stefanie wishes that everyone would know that it's ok to make your mental health a priority because you matter! Let's do more to prevent suicide by prioritizing our mental health and opening up to our loved ones about our battles. Read Elaina's story, and all other stories of resilience shared this month as part of our #30Days30Stories campaign for #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth, by clicking the link in our bio.

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