REAL RESILIENCE POETRY (RRT67)

The video is on YouTube and the Audio will be published as a podcast as well:

https://youtu.be/EoPE1QEVBco

BLUF: I AM LAYING IT ALL ON THE LINE IN THIS RECORDING!

In this heartfelt conversation, Cam Campbell shares a deeply personal poem addressing the critical issues of suicide, alcohol abuse, and the importance of finding healthy coping mechanisms. He emphasizes the correlation between emotional pain and substance use, urging listeners to seek support and make better choices. The poem serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of loss on loved ones and the necessity of connection and community in overcoming struggles. Throughout the discussion, Cam highlights various resources and encourages open conversations about mental health, especially during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Takeaways

* Cam expresses his deep concern about losing people to suicide.

* He highlights the correlation between alcohol use and suicide attempts.

* Coping mechanisms are essential for emotional pain management.

* The poem 'Make Good Choices' serves as a powerful message.

* Loss affects not only the individual but also their loved ones.

* Temporary problems should not lead to permanent solutions.

* Connection and support are vital in overcoming struggles.

* Healthy coping mechanisms can prevent destructive behaviors.

* Community resources can provide necessary support.

* Awareness and open conversations about mental health are crucial.

BLUF: 

I AM SO TIRED OF LOSING PEOPLE!

THERE MAY NOT BE A DIRECT CAUSATION WITH DEATH BY SUICIDE AND ALCOHOL, BUT…THERE IS FOR DAMN SURE A CORRELATION!I KNOW OF TOO MANY PEOPLE WHO HAVE ATTEMPTED OR DIED BY SUICIDE WHILE DRINKING…

I HAVE DONE THE SAME THING! I AM JUST A LUCKY ONE THAT LIVED ON… SHOUTOUT TO A MENTOR OF MINE SANDY FOR THE FOLLOWING THAT REMAINS TO BE SADLY TRUE!

 THE CULPRIT BEHIND OVER 50% OF MORE OF DEATHS FOR THOSE WHO CHOOSE THE ROUTE OF DEATH BY SUICIDE IS THIS…

THERE ARE MANY CONTRIBUTORS BUT THIS TRIFECTA IS ALL TOO COMMON!

IT IS THE TRAGIC TRIFECTA OF SUICIDE:

THEY GOT DUMPED

THEY GOT DRUNK

THEY HAD ACCESS

SO THIS POEM I WROTE IS IS CALLED 

"MAKE GOOD CHOICES"

https://youtu.be/EoPE1QEVBco

This subject hurts my soul!

and the truth is NO MATTER HOW HARD WE TRY,

we cannot save everyone. 

I accept that!

I had Suicidal Ideations and real attempts at not wanting to be here anymore.Do you know when it was every single time? 

While I was DRINKING AND/OR THE NEXT DAY!

“HANG-XIETY”, the “HANGOVER”, AND “HANG-DEPRESSION” HIT HARD and makes you feel so worthless, ashamed, and hurt! 

I have been there…but I am still here. 

Please make good choices!

…DO NOT DRINK OR GET OBLITERATED OFF OF SUBSTANCES AND PLEASE DO NOT BE NEAR YOUR WEAPONS!

FACT: TIME AND SPACE SAVES LIVES!

Special shout out to a few communities that have help me find strength and perspective.

Through them, I find ways to maintain, be consistent and “keep my tank full”!!!

Here they are:

The Overwatch Project (overwatchproject.org)

ARMED SERVICES ARTS PARTNERSHIP (asapasap.org)

And an amazing community that has helped me “KEEP THE ALCOHOL OUT OF MY MOUTH!!! They are led by Coach Kevin O’Hara and his lovely partner Es! They are HabitsV2 aka Habits Unplugged (HabitsV2.com) 

Also, for HEALTHY relationship skills and learning more of what “right looks like” check out “onelove” (https://www.joinonelove.org/)

Never forget about the Family Advocacy Program and the help you may learn from them with relationships…”FAP AROUND AND FIND OUT” -C.K.

( https://www.militaryonesource.mil/benefits/family-advocacy-program/ ) WE DON’T KNOW WHAT WE DON’T KNOW…that’s okay…so let’s LEARN MORE!

Much love,

Cam