by Lori Wildenberg | Oct 12, 2023 | mental health
Tom and I had taken our kids to the happiest place on earth, Disney World. At the day’s end all six of us smashed into the sea of humanity to see the parade and the Disney finale. The people pressed forward, music was blared, and the fireworks boomed. Disney...
by Lori Wildenberg | Feb 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
In the news recently there have been two women, both beauty queens, who have tragically died by suicide. Zoe Sozo Bethel ,27 and Chelsie Kryst, 30 took their own lives. Zoe was Miss Alabama 2021 for America Strong and Chelsie, Miss USA 2019. Zoe was a model and...
by Lori Wildenberg | Jul 17, 2021 | mental illness
“What a needed book! This past year in our small town, two youths have committed suicide.” This friend of mine, like so many–(most?) of us have been touched either directly or indirectly by suicide, depression, or anxiety. Our kids need HOPE. And...
by Lori Wildenberg | Jul 12, 2021 | Health, mental illness
A few years ago, one of my young adult children (while at college) experienced an unsuccessful suicide attempt. Praise God she was unsuccessful. No parent wants their child to struggle with anxiety, stress, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Statics prove these...
by Lori Wildenberg | Jun 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
Many parents feel concerned if their child will be OK during this pandemic time. Let’s face it, moms and dads have reason to be concerned. Our culture has never operated like this before. The quarantine, shelter in place, and safer at home are new to all...