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918. 4 Lessons of Hope I Learned from My Sister's Suicide, from Mormon Life

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Today as I post this article about suicide, a funeral is being held for a good friend of one of my grandson's, about 20 years old, who took his own life.  I do hope any reading this haven't experienced this with anyone close to you.  But we have, and it truly is heartbreaking.  For those left behind, the healing power of the Atonement of our Savior Jesus Christ is the only thing that can heal your heart.  This is a comforting article. 4 Lessons of Hope I Learned from My Sister's Suicide by Ganel-Lyn Condie  | Sep. 16, 2017 Makes You Think Mormon Life  For National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we wanted to highlight this powerful story from LDS author Ganel-Lyn Condie. Ben found our sister dead. Meggan took her own life in our parents’ backyard. There was no more hiding from suicide. It was my mom’s birthday. We finished the cake and presents, the candles and congratulations, and topped off a peacef