We've had a lot of #BeforeandAfterAMA on our channel talking about dramatic weight loss, but what we will feature today is unlike any other. This is one, eye-opening recount of a woman's years-long struggle with an enemy most of us are fighting silently. This is the story of Patty Blue Hayes and how she stumbled and fought with suicide, rising up stronger and better than ever after her life's greatest battle.
Here's how it all began, where it went wrong, and what she did to get back on track, as told by her valuable insights in her recently concluded Ask Me Anything Session.
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On the actual moment of ending everything, once and for all:
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On widespread, often fatal, misconceptions about suicide:
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On the early onset of suicide red flags:
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On the words that should NEVER, EVER be said to a suicidal person and the risk when failed:
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On cutting toxic ties for good:
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On the venting techniques that worked best for her — and for others, certainly
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On the most crucial point of her experience:
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On keeping her inner devils at bay — forever:
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