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Circle of Hope will bring Nova Scotians together to commemorate those lost to suicide

Oct 9, 2023

On October 21 Roots of Hope, Injury Free Nova Scotia and the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division invite you to join us for the Circle of Hope, a chance to come together as a community to commemorate those we have lost to suicide, share our experiences and feel acceptance.

Those who wish to attend are encouraged to bring photos or other pieces to help share the unique qualities and contributions of the individuals lost.

The Circle of Hope is being held in conjunction with the Forest of Hope event.

WHY we are co-hosting this event: Survivors of suicide loss can struggle with trying to understand why the suicide happened, which can make their grieving process even more complex.

In addition to grappling with internal feelings, suicide loss survivors also must contend with how others view their loss. but it’s important to remember that the person lost to suicide was more than how they died. It is important to say their name and share memories of their life and encourage others to do so as well.

That includes being able to talk about the fact that your loved one died by suicide. That person’s life and death are a part of their experience.

Grieving a suicide loss means that we find a way to transition the connection we had to the person while they were alive to a new connection to memories and the life they lived.

Source: Dr. Doreen Marshall

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