“A single person is missing for you, and the whole world is empty.”

My world emptied recently when I lost my best friend. Hers had already emptied when she lost her partner. We are not alone. Each year, 34,000 people’s worlds are shattered by suicide. Perhaps you’re one of them.

On Tuesday, September 10th, Suicide Prevention Day, I’ll be run/walking 34km to raise money for Suicide&Co. This charity is dedicated to reaching out to those 34,000 people affected by suicide each year.

Suicide&Co understand the specific grief that comes from losing someone to suicide.Their services include one-on-one professional support through talking therapies, counselling services, and a helpline staffed by bereavement counsellors.

They understand that good company and community can make your world feel full again. It’s fitting, then, that I’m taking on this challenge with two dear friends who helped me keep going in the dark days. Please help us in any way you can to ensure others receive the same support.

Love, Dani

I’m glad you exist x