41. The Day Everything Changed: Remembering Justin

What did you think of this episode?This episode includes discussion of suicide and suicide loss. Please take care while listening and feel free to pause or skip this episode if this topic feels too heavy for you right now.________________________________________________________‼️ A Small Favor  Jessica is currently pitching her upcoming grief book to traditional publishers.One thing publishers closely look at when considering a project is the size of an author’s email list. If this podcast has meant something to you, joining Jessica’s Book Release Updates Email List is one of the most powerful ways you can support this work and help this message reach more grieving hearts.Join the email list here: 👉 https://jessicaboarman.myflodesk.com/bookpreorderYour simple click truly helps more than you know._______________________________________________________In today’s episode, Jessica shares one of the most personal parts of her story.On September 27, 2004, Jessica’s family received the kind of phone call that divides life into before and after. Her youngest brother, Justin, had died by suicide at just seventeen years old.For many years, this was a story she shared only in pieces. Today, she gently walks listeners through that day and the grief that followed not to dwell in the pain, but to remind anyone walking through loss that they are not alone.This episode is especially meaningful for anyone who has lost a sibling, a child, or someone they love to suicide. Jessica speaks honestly about the complicated emotions that often follow this kind of loss.If you are carrying grief today, this episode is a reminder that your pain matters, your story matters, and you do not have to walk through it alone.If This Episode Brought Up Hard FeelingsGrief can feel incredibly isolating, especially after suicide loss. If this episode stirred something in your heart, please remember you do not have to carry it alone.Support is available:📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) Call or text 988 for confidential support.You can also reach out to a trusted friend, counselor, pastor, or grief support group OR JESSICA!Thank you for tuning in to the Resilient Podcast!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you never miss an episode.Connect with Jessica Boarman:Website: www.jessicaboarman.comInstagram: @Jessica.BoarmanDo you know your emotional superpower? Take the free quiz by clicking here!Support the Podcast:If you found value in today's episode, consider leaving a review or sharing it with a friend. Your feedback helps us reach more people and make a greater impact.