Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Honoring Survivors, Breaking Stigma
Every September, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month shines a light on the urgent need to prevent suicide and support those impacted by it. For me, this month is deeply personal. When I lost my son, Connor, I was consumed by guilt. I replayed conversations in my mind endlessly—wondering if I had said something differently, or stayed […]
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 […]
Overcoming ‘What If’ Questions: Finding Hope After My Son’s Suicide
I lost my son Connor to suicide. He was 25 years old. Losing him and grieving his loss has been the biggest challenge I’ve ever faced in my 60 plus years on this earth. Losing a child is one of, if not THE biggest tragedies a person can face. Losing a child to suicide can […]
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 […]