I Lost My Father Twice: From Hidden Truth to Helping Others, Lisa's Journey

At ten, she was told her father had died of a heart attack. Thirty-five years later, a single question—and a mother's trembling answer—pull back a secret that rewrites a lifetime: he had taken his own life. This episode follows Lisa Sugarman as she confronts that fractured narrative, feels the rage and grief, and walks the slow path toward understanding. Lisa's pain becomes purpose. Devouring research, listening to survivors, and refusing to accept stigma, she transforms her loss into lifelines—founding The Help Hub, counseling in crisis, and writing a book that brings her closer to the father she thought she knew. Through intimate memories, hard-won insights, and raw honesty, the story shows how truth, however late, can open the way to healing and fierce compassion. Content warning: this episode discusses suicide and grief. Listen with care, and know you are not alone—there are people and resources ready to help. Tune in to hear a story of protection, revelation, and the unexpected work of rebuilding a relationship with loss. Connect with Lisa on YouTube Connect with Lisa on Facebook Connect with Lisa on Instagram Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Buy Lisa's Books on Amazon Listen to Lisa's Podcast - The Survivors Podcast The Trevor Project If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened community Enter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.com Get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOW Start your Liminal Luna Journey FREE | code CHANGE at checkout | Liminalluna.com Looking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened  Got a story to share? Drop me a line at [email protected] and maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.