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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.

“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 Jeff Pickett, from Sioux Fal

$Today's story is from Jeff Pickett, from Sioux Falls, SD. Ten years ago, Jeff went through a brutal and painful divorce, leaving him thinking unhealthy thoughts, feeling isolated, and without hope in sight. He saw his kids a fraction of the time he was used to seeing them, was between jobs, and living alone, making it hard to get out of bed. Jeff soon found himself with his thoughts and realized that this was not a space he wanted to live in. There was hope; he just wasn't looking hard enough to find it. Jeff finds hope and strength in his faith, volunteering, journaling and therapy. Jeff wishes everyone would know that you're not a failure. Failure is an event you've experienced. It is not your identity. Let's do more to prevent suicide by remembering our loved ones and what we have to contribute to the world. Even in the darkest of times, thinking about others over ourselves can be a gentle reminder of our purpose, where we've been, what we've experienced, and all that we have to offer. Read Jeff's story, and all other stories of resilience shared this month as part of our #30Days30Stories campaign for #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth, by clicking the link in our bio.$