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**Episode 15: What to Say to Someone Who’s Suicidal**
When someone you love says they don’t want to live anymore, it can be terrifying. Most people want to help, but have no idea what to say.
In this episode of From Death2Life, we talk through the words that can help someone feel seen, heard, and less alone in their darkest moment.
We cover what to say, what **not** to say, why it is okay to ask directly about suicide, and how simply staying present and listening can make a powerful difference.
You do not need to have all the answers. Sometimes the most important thing you can say is:
“I’m here. Tell me everything.”
If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal thoughts, hopelessness, grief, or overwhelming pain, Death2Life is available 24/7.
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Text D2L to 91627
Death2Life — A Refuge for the Hopeless and Suicidal.
2 Sept 2026
Ep. 14 - Why Suicide Prevention Month Is So Important
Why Suicide Prevention Month Is So Important
September is Suicide Prevention Month—but for someone fighting to stay alive, this conversation matters every single day.
In this episode of the From Death2Life Podcast, we talk about why suicide prevention has to be more than awareness. It has to look like listening, showing up, asking hard questions, and reminding people that their life still has value—even when they can’t see it.
We talk about what to say to someone who is suicidal, why silence can be dangerous, and how ordinary people can become a lifeline in someone’s darkest moment.
At Death2Life, we believe hopelessness does not get the final word. There is still hope. There is still purpose. And there is still a reason to stay.
If you’re struggling today, please don’t fight alone.
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15 Jul 2026
Episode 13: Why Would God Let Me Feel This Way for So Long?
If you've ever wondered where God is in the middle of your depression, grief, anxiety, or overwhelming pain, this conversation is for you. Mario and Kerry talk honestly about suffering, unanswered prayers, and what Scripture says when hope feels far away. No clichés. No easy answers. Just real conversation, biblical truth, and the reminder that God has not abandoned you, and your story isn't over.
24 Jun 2026
Ep. 12 - “How do I live after losing someone I loved to suicide?”
“How Do I Live After Losing Someone I Loved to Suicide?”
Losing someone you love to suicide changes everything.
The questions don't stop. The pain doesn't leave when the funeral ends. You replay conversations, wonder what you missed, and carry a weight that few people truly understand.
In Episode 12 of the From Death2Life Podcast, Mario and Kerry have an honest conversation about surviving the loss of someone you deeply loved. Together, they explore grief, guilt, unanswered questions, anger, faith, and what it looks like to keep living when part of your heart feels gone.
In this episode:
Why suicide loss grief is different
Dealing with guilt, regret, and the "what ifs"
How to survive the days when the pain feels unbearable
What helped Mario and Kerry after losing their daughter Reese
Finding purpose after devastating loss
Where God is when your heart is shattered
Practical ways to take your next step forward
If you've lost a child, spouse, sibling, parent, friend, or someone you loved deeply, this conversation is for you.
You don't have to have all the answers today.
You don't have to be okay today.
You just have to keep taking the next step.
4 Jun 2026
Part 2 - Does Your Life Actually Have Purpose or Are You Just Here?
Ep. 11
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19 May 2026
Ep. 10 - "Does Your Life Actually Have Purpose or Are You Just Here?"
What if the emptiness you feel isn’t proof your life is meaningless… but proof you were made for more?
In Episode 10 of the From Death2Life Podcast, we talk honestly about the question so many people silently carry:
“Does my life actually have purpose… or am I just here?”
8 Apr 2026
For the One Ready to Give Up. Stay.
For the one ready to give up.
This isn’t a highlight reel.
This is for the moments no one sees, the silence, the weight, the thoughts you don’t say out loud.
We talk about what it actually feels like to be there… and why staying, even for one more day, matters.
If you’re hanging on by a thread,
this episode is for you.
Stay.
27 Mar 2026
Ep. 8 - Grief Doesn’t Expire
Grief doesn’t run on a timeline.
It doesn’t disappear after a year… or ten.
In this episode, we talk about the kind of loss that stays, especially after suicide, and the pressure people feel to “move on” when their heart isn’t ready.
13 Mar 2026
How Do I Know God is Still Present When I Feel So Alone?
Episode 7: This week on the From Death2Life Podcast we’re talking about: “HOW DO I KNOW GOD IS STILL PRESENT WHEN I FEEL SO ALONE?”
If you’re in that place… this one’s for you. 🤍
12 Jan 2026
What to Say When Life Is on the Line
In this episode of the From Death to Life podcast, hosts Kerry and Mario discuss the sensitive topic of how to approach someone who may be suicidal. They share personal experiences of grief and loss, emphasizing the importance of open communication and active listening. The conversation provides practical tips on how to ask the right questions and create a safe space for those struggling with mental health issues. The hosts encourage listeners to be persistent in their inquiries and to approach these conversations with empathy and understanding.
11 Dec 2025
The Signs Before Suicide: What People Miss | From Death2Life Podcast
Suicide rarely comes without warning, but the signs are often subtle, misunderstood, or brushed off. In this episode, we talk openly about the clues people leave before they hit a breaking point and why so many cries for help go unnoticed.
We’ll break down common emotional, verbal, and behavioral warning signs, what people often mistake for “attention-seeking,” and how to respond when something feels off. This conversation isn’t about fear, it’s about awareness, compassion, and stepping in sooner.
If you’re worried about someone you love, or if you’re struggling yourself,
this episode is for you.
You’re not alone. Help is available.
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25 Nov 2025
Being Thankful: The Quiet Weapon Against Hopelessness
When Life Sucks… Be Grateful Anyway
In this raw and honest episode, Mario and Kerry go deep on the power of gratitude, not the cheesy, fake kind, but the real stuff that keeps you breathing when life feels impossible.
They unpack why choosing one small thing to be thankful for every day can literally shift your brain, steady your emotions, and pull you out of the darkest mental spaces.
Gratitude won’t magically fix your pain…
but it will give you strength to survive it.
If you’re battling anxiety, depression, or just trying to get through another day, this episode will show you why practicing gratefulness is one of the most underrated, life-changing tools for your mental health.
Hope is always louder , even when life sucks.
28 Oct 2025
Ep: 3 - When You Realize You Need Help
So often when we are struggling with life, we don't know when to ask for help. This episode helps answer the question.
13 Oct 2025
Kerry's Story: Finding Beauty While Going Through Life's Hardest Most Difficult Times
Death2Life's VP, Kerry D'Ortenzio, shares how going through the hardest most darkest time in life reveals the most beautiful moments.
22 Sept 2025
Carrying the Death2Life Legacy: What Comes Next Our Founder’s Passing
Death2Life President Mario D'Ortenzio reflects on how 2025 brought profound challenges and transformation both personally and for the organization.
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