I Witnessed Someone End Their Life — Here’s My Story, and What I Learned About God’s Love for Us.
This episode discusses suicide and emotionally difficult experiences. Listener discretion is advised.
This is one of the most personal and difficult stories I have ever shared.
In this episode, I open up about witnessing someone choose to end their life, the moments leading up to it, and the things that changed inside me afterward. I share this story carefully and without graphic detail, with the hope that it may bring compassion, understanding, and hope to anyone who is struggling or grieving.
This episode is not about fear or judgment. It is about love. It is about the worth of every human soul. And it is about the belief that even in our darkest moments, God and Jesus Christ have not abandoned us.
We talk about:
• Suicide statistics and why this conversation matters
• Why openly talking about suicide can help prevent it
• My personal experience and the emotional aftermath
• My daughter’s powerful spiritual experience after this event
• Faith, grief, healing, and the love of God
• Hopeful quotes and messages for anyone feeling broken, lost, or alone
• Resources for those who need support
If this topic is tender for you, please listen gently and take care of yourself while listening.
If you need to talk, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is here for you.
“At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.”
988 Lifeline: Call or text 988
Sources & References:
Song: “Burn Again” — Lyrics by Tony Child
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/burn-again-single/1813965666 [https://music.apple.com/us/album/burn-again-single/1813965666]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/7d3NC2gyhWfsLnVSQjz1Sp?si=a0cbfb7194e646f6 [https://open.spotify.com/track/7d3NC2gyhWfsLnVSQjz1Sp?si=a0cbfb7194e646f6]
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F8BZ3DBK?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_5flAV0VwrBNmTSGfHPDVYBe6I&trackAsin=B0F8C1JKJX [https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0F8BZ3DBK?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_5flAV0VwrBNmTSGfHPDVYBe6I&trackAsin=B0F8C1JKJX]
Jeffrey R. Holland quote source:
https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/jeffrey-r-holland/cast-not-away-therefore-your-confidence/ [https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/jeffrey-r-holland/cast-not-away-therefore-your-confidence/]
Dale G. Renlund quote and video:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2018-06-0060-renlund-to-parents-who-have-lost-a-child-by-suicide?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2018-06-0060-renlund-to-parents-who-have-lost-a-child-by-suicide?lang=eng]
Helpful information on suicide from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/counseling-resources/suicide?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/counseling-resources/suicide?lang=eng]
Statistics discussed in this episode were from earlier recorded data. As of the release date of this podcast (May 28, 2026), the estimated number referenced is 431,878.
Socials:
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