Breaking the Silence: A Father’s Grief and the Journey Toward Hope
A Mental Health Awareness Month Reflection from the Heart of Honor Connor The morning of November 28, 2016, changed my life forever. That’s the day I lost my son, Connor, to suicide. Nothing prepares you for that kind of loss. That moment — and every moment since — has marked the beginning of a journey […]
Be Kind to Your Mind: Building Capacity for Mental Health
Honor Connor | Mental Health Awareness Month May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to open the conversation, reduce stigma, and reflect on how we care for ourselves and those around us. At Honor Connor, where our mission centers around suicide prevention and support for those who have lost someone to suicide, this […]
Hope in Every Step: Our Annual Walk and Talk for Hope
Get together with your family and friends to WALK & TALK about the stuff that really matters! [you know…thoughts, feelings, & realities!] #MentalHealthMatters
The Power of Authentic Conversations: A Path to Preventing Suicide
As a mother who lost a son to suicide, I’ve learned more about the importance of honest, open conversations than I ever could have imagined. Through the journey of grief and healing, together with my husband, we founded Honor Connor, a nonprofit dedicated to providing hope and support to those affected by suicide. Our mission […]
A Father’s Heart: Navigating Mental Health After Losing My Son to Substance Abuse and Suicide
In our latest blog, one father shares his heart-wrenching journey after losing his son to suicide. This powerful story sheds light on the silent battles many men face with mental health and substance use disorders. It’s a call to break the stigma, recognize the signs, and encourage open conversations.
Tips for Improving Your Mental Wellbeing: A Practical Guide
In May, we shine a spotlight on Mental Health Awareness Month, a tradition dating back to 1949. At Honor Connor, we’re actively involved in this movement all month long. Our goal? To break down barriers, stop stigma, provide support, educate the public, and spread hope. In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining mental wellbeing is more crucial […]
Supporting Grieving Hearts: Applying the 5 Love Languages to Suicide Loss
Losing someone to suicide is an indescribable pain that requires unique and compassionate support. In this blog post, we explore how the principles of the 5 Love Languages—words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service, and receiving gifts—can serve as a guide for providing comfort to those navigating the challenging journey of grief […]
Happy Birthday to Connor who is Forever 25
Connor was born the day before Thanksgiving and I couldn’t wait to leave the hospital the next day so we could celebrate with friends and family how grateful we were to have our second son! From then on, Thanksgiving was always combined with celebrations of Connor’s birthday. What a great time of year to celebrate […]
Don’t Say “Commit Suicide”
Discussing the topic of suicide is not easy. It is uncomfortable. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the US. Avoiding the discussion is a mistake. The number of people directly affected by the loss of one life is 135, so why aren’t we talking about it? We are not equipped […]
Honoring My Past
I lost my boyfriend to a drug overdose a few years ago – it still is hard for me to say that out loud to other people. It was so much more than an overdose and I hate to see the pre-judgmental expressions from those who have no idea what led to his drug use […]