Author: Beth Brown

Musician. Writer. Literary Connoisseur. Always writing, scribbling poetry, turning feelings into words. "Break my heart even further" can't ever be done, for I lost my heart the night I lost my son. Come find me writing at My Forever Son: Grief, Hope, and Healing After Losing My Son to Suicide.

At the whim of Most Beloved Cat, I write as she tattles on the garden cats. Find Most Beloved Cat sharing her stories at Gardens at Effingham: Where Cats Tell the Tales

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The Black Dog: Understanding Depression and Grief

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date January 18, 2022
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The Black Dog: Understanding Depression and Grief Summary The Black Dog: Understanding Depression and Grief explores the “black dog” metaphor as a means to understand and communicate the experience of depression. Originating from Winston Churchill and popularized by Matthew Johnstone’s illustrated book, the metaphor describes depression as a persistent, burdensome companion.The content of the article, […]

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Guilt & Self-Blame

Understanding Suicide: It’s Not a Choice

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date January 14, 2022
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Understanding Suicide: It’s Not a Choice Summary The article, Understanding Suicide: It’s Not a Choice, affirms with well-documented research that suicide is not a choice, but a tragic outcome of intense emotional pain and distorted judgment. The stigma surrounding suicide persists, hindering understanding and perpetuating the misconception that it is a selfish act. Suicide epidemiologists […]

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Grief After Suicide

Understanding Suicide: Why the Pain Matters

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date January 14, 2022
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Understanding Suicide: Why the Pain Matters Summary Understanding Suicide: Why the Pain Matters by author Beth Brown explores the pain and grief surrounding suicide, emphasizing that it is not a conscious choice but a desperate attempt to escape unbearable suffering. Her article highlights current research into understanding suicide and suicidal thinking, personal stories shared by […]

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Coping with Holiday Grief: Self-Care Tips to Navigate the Season

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 21, 2021
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Holiday Grief Series, My Forever Son

Grief Tips from David Kessler for Holidays Our grief is our love “Our grief is our love” Grief and trauma get healed in connection. Join a group. Find a group where you are known for your weakness, not your strength. If you are not part of this group, start a group. Get resources at grief.com […]

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Guilt & Self-Blame

Understanding Parent Guilt After a Child’s Suicide

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 21, 2021
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Understanding Parent Guilt After a Child’s Suicide I have learned that some sorrows do not yield to answers. They ask only that we carry them gently and, in time, learn to speak to ourselves with the same compassion we would offer a grieving friend. Understanding parent guilt after a child’s suicide is a journey that […]

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Grief After Suicide

Coping with Holiday Grief After Suicide Loss

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 16, 2021
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Gift Box with Stars, My Forever Son

Coping with Holiday Grief After Suicide Loss Summary Coping with Holiday Grief After Suicide Loss, especially after losing a child to suicide, involves acknowledging and expressing feelings, modifying or creating new traditions, and prioritizing self-care. It’s important to communicate needs to family and friends, involve other grieving children, and seek professional support if needed. Remember, […]

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On the Wings of Hope: The Dragonfly Story

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 14, 2021
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On the Wings of Hope: The Dragonfly Story Summary “On the Wings of Hope: The Dragonfly Story,” also referred to as a resurrection fable, uses the dragonfly’s life cycle as a metaphor for transformation and hope in grief. The story follows a water bug’s journey to becoming a dragonfly, unable to return to its former […]

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Grief After Suicide

Coping with Holiday Grief: Navigating Loss After a Child’s Suicide

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 10, 2021
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Silent Night: Navigating Holiday Grief After the Loss of a Child to Suicide Summary The article “Silent Night: Navigating Holiday Grief After the Loss of a Child to Suicide” acknowledges the ongoing journey of grief after losing a child to suicide. It emphasizes that it’s okay to not be okay during the holidays and offers […]

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Memorial & Remembrance

Finding Solace After Losing a Child to Suicide: “Build a Life of Love Around the Loss”

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date November 29, 2021
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Finding Solace After Losing a Child to Suicide: “Build a Life of Love Around the Loss” Summary Finding Solace After Losing a Child to Suicide: “Build a Life of Love Around the Loss” explores the emotional turmoil of grief and offers guidance for healing. Through personal narratives and expert insights, the article emphasizes that parents […]

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Grief After Suicide

Walking through Shadows: Surviving the Unthinkable Loss of a Child to Suicide

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date November 26, 2021
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Walking Through Shadows: Surviving the Unthinkable Loss of a Child to Suicide

Walking through Shadows and Talking in Tears: Surviving the Unthinkable Loss of a Child to Suicide Summary The article “Walking through Shadows and Talking in Tears: Surviving the Unthinkable Loss of a Child to Suicide” explores the profound grief of losing a child to suicide, emphasizing the importance of sharing personal stories and seeking support. […]

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Poetry for Grieving Parents

“He Left Too Soon” Poem: A Mother’s Deep Sorrow

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date November 16, 2021
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He Left Too Soon: A Mother's Grief Poem

“He Left Too Soon, Lifting Life from June” Poem: A Mother’s Deep Sorrow Summary “He Left Too Soon” is a poem about the profound sorrow and anguish of losing a child to suicide. The author, Beth Brown, shares her personal experience of grief and healing after losing her son, Dylan, to suicide. Through her writing, […]

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2023 Suicide Statistics: A Deep Dive Into the Crisis

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date November 16, 2021
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2023 Suicide Statistics: A Deep Dive Into the Crisis Introduction ABOUT THIS POST: 2023 Suicide Statistics: A Deep Dive Into the Crisis provides a comprehensive overview of suicide facts and figures, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and accessible mental health resources. The post includes quotes from leading suicide epidemiologists and researchers, emphasizing the […]

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Grief After Suicide

Rising Up-Because Love Lives Forever

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date November 12, 2021
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Rising Up-Because Love Lives Forever Introduction About this Post ABOUT THIS POST: Rising Up–Because Love Lives Forever is a powerful and emotional exploration of love and loss. The author, who lost her only child, her 20-year-old son, to suicide June 25, 2012, writes about the enduring impact of her son’s life and her ongoing struggle […]

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Poetry for Grieving Parents

“Tillers of the Earth”: Grief and Resilience in Poetry

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date October 21, 2021
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“Tillers of the Earth”: Grief and Resilience in Poetry Key Takeaways Summary “Tillers of the Earth”: Grief and Resilience in Poetry is a heartfelt reflection on the themes of love and loss, born from the deep and painful grief of the author following the heartbreaking suicide of her son. This poignant poem illuminates the cyclical […]

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Grief After Suicide

Dylan: Forever Loved and Remembered

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date August 12, 2021
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Dylan: Forever Loved and Remembered in Our Hearts Summary “Dylan: Forever Loved and Remembered In Our Hearts” is Beth Brown’s moving account of her grief and healing after losing her son Dylan to suicide at age 20. Through candid storytelling, she honors Dylan’s vibrant spirit and creativity while sharing her emotional journey and the challenges […]

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Grief After Suicide

Exploring the Impact of Suicide on Families: Finding Light in Darkness

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date July 24, 2021
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Exploring the Impact of Suicide on Families: Finding Light in Darkness Summary Exploring the Impact of Suicide on Families: Finding Light in Darkness delves into the profound sorrow and struggles encountered by those left behind after a suicide. Through heartfelt excerpts from “The Healing of Sorrow” and “When Someone is Too Bruised to Be Touched,” […]

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Poetry for Grieving Parents

Derecho: A Storm Out of Nowhere

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date July 9, 2021
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Derecho: A Storm Out of Nowhere Derecho: A Storm Out of Nowhere skillfully intertwines the sorrow stemming from the loss of the author’s son to suicide with the tumult wrought by a powerful Derecho storm that occurred on the day of his funeral. A powerful narrative and a poignant poem by the author born from […]

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Grief After Suicide

From Sorrow to Joy: How Pain Colors Loss in Grief

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date June 5, 2021
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From Sorrow to Joy: How Pain Colors Loss in Grief Summary The article “From Sorrow to Joy: How Pain Colors Loss in Grief” explores the author’s journey of grief and healing after losing her son to suicide. Through a magnet symbolizing the struggle between pain and hope, the author reflects on the possibility of finding […]

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Guilt & Self-Blame

Is Suicide Really a Choice? Breaking the Stigma

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date April 11, 2021
24 Comments on Is Suicide Really a Choice? Breaking the Stigma

Is Suicide Really a Choice? Breaking the Stigma Summary The article “Is Suicide Really a Choice? Breaking the Stigma” challenges the notion that suicide is a simple choice, emphasizing that suicide often stems from deep emotional pain and mental illness. Through personal narratives and research, the author highlights the importance of empathy and support for […]

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Holiday Grief Series: Handling the Holidays After Suicide Loss

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 24, 2020
4 Comments on Holiday Grief Series: Handling the Holidays After Suicide Loss

Holidays

Holiday Grief Series: Handling the Holidays After Suicide Loss Summary In Holiday Grief Series: Handling the Holidays After Suicide Loss, author Beth Brown recounts her experience of grief during the holidays after losing her son, Dylan, to suicide. She describes the pain of missing him and the struggle to find joy in traditions. Beth emphasizes […]

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Grief After Suicide

Easter Bunnies and Chocolate Eggs? Another Impossible Holiday

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 23, 2020
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Easter and Cusp of Spring: Holidays are Impossible Really Cusp of Spring Here the day promises to be beautiful. It is only 45 degrees now, but by this afternoon, it will be 71 degrees. Skies will be gray today, but you can feel the cusp of spring. The sun, through slated gray skies, breaks through—beckoning […]

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Support & Resources

Healing from Child Loss: Support for Suicide Grief

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date December 7, 2020
12 Comments on Healing from Child Loss: Support for Suicide Grief

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Support for Parents Who Lose a Child to Suicide

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Memorial & Remembrance

A Decade After Suicide Loss: Reflections on Longterm Grief

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date January 29, 2019
13 Comments on A Decade After Suicide Loss: Reflections on Longterm Grief

The Color of My Grief, My Forever Son

A Decade After Suicide Loss: Reflections on Longterm Grief Summary A Decade After Suicide Loss: Reflections on Longterm Grief recounts the author’s decade-long healing journey after losing her son, Dylan. She shares her experiences of grief, resilience, and the importance of community support and therapy. Finding solace in nature and gratitude for small moments, she […]

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Memorial & Remembrance

4 Years After Loss: Navigating Grief and Healing

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date February 6, 2016
12 Comments on 4 Years After Loss: Navigating Grief and Healing

Yellow and White Daffodils in Glass Vase, My Forever Son

4 Years After Loss: Navigating Grief and Love Summary In 4 Years After Loss: Navigating Grief and Love, author Beth Brown shares her journey of grief and healing four years after losing her son, Dylan, to suicide. She explores the profound impact of losing a child to suicide, including secondary losses and the burden of […]

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Grief After Suicide

My Forever Son, My Beloved Dylan: Summer, Forever Summer

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date February 6, 2016
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Sunflower in Summer Sunshine, My Forever Son

My Forever Son, My Beloved Dylan: Summer, Forever Summer My Forever Son, My Beloved Dylan : Summer, Forever Summer: Dylan Daisies, Summer’s Sunshine Dylan, 18 years old, Spring 2010 I lost Dylan on June 25th 2012. Monday. 1:52 a.m. Only jus… Why Suicides Spike in Spring and Summer Cusp of Summer Spike There is a […]

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Grief After Suicide

Too Soon, Too Cold: The Wind Doth Blow

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date November 10, 2015
1 Comment on Too Soon, Too Cold: The Wind Doth Blow

A lyric meditation on seasonal grief after losing a child to suicide, this essay reflects on winter, birds, and the fierce consolations of the natural world—where beauty and devastation often arrive together. “Too Soon, Too Cold: The Wind Doth Blow”–Seasonal Grief After Losing a Child to Suicide A literary reflection on seasonal grief after losing […]

Grief After Suicide

My Forever Son, My Beloved Dylan: Suicide– It Never Lets Go

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date October 29, 2015
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Coping with Grief After Losing a Child to Suicide Summary This article, Coping with Grief After Losing a Child to Suicide presents an intimate and deeply personal narrative about navigating grief after the loss of a child to suicide. Through heartfelt reflections and evocative poetry, the work captures the multifaceted experience of sorrow and enduring […]

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Poetry for Grieving Parents

A Poem of Regret: That All of Love Could Sweep Time Back

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date October 29, 2015
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Pink Phlox in Sun-Dappled Shadows, My Forever Son

A Poem Of Regret: That All of Love Could Sweep Time Back ABOUT THIS POST: Originally Published in 2015 when I first started this blog as “My Forever Son, My Beloved Dylan: The Unwanted Effect of Living Backwards After Suicide,” this poem of regret has evolved through the years. My focus now is about dealing […]

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Grief After Suicide

Coping with the Grief of Losing a Child to Suicide

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date June 22, 2015
4 Comments on Coping with the Grief of Losing a Child to Suicide

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Coping with the Grief of Losing a Child to Suicide Introduction ABOUT THIS POST: Coping with the Grief of Losing a Child to Suicide reflects on the author’s deeply personal journey and the myriad of coping strategies she employed to navigate the overwhelming grief of losing her beloved son to suicide. In this poignant narrative, […]

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Memorial & Remembrance

Twenty Years of Love: Dylan

Post author By Beth Brown
Post date April 11, 2015
25 Comments on Twenty Years of Love: Dylan

A young man with a classic emo-style haircut gives a knowing smirk to the camera.

Twenty Years of Love: Dylan Twenty years: from birth, from before birth treasured and loved, Dylan. Held now in God’s hands, held always in God’s hands but oh how I wish him back. Linda Brown Taylor, “Twenty Years of Love: Dylan,” My Forever Son Twenty Years of Love: Dylan Summary “Twenty Years of Love: Dylan” […]

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