AFSP_WesternPA

We can't stop thinking about Heated Rivalry — and maybe not for the reasons you would expect. 🏒💙 afsp.org/story/heated-r…

Directly asking someone about suicide can reduce their risk. Having a #RealConvo can save lives. 💙 #Science2StopSuicide bit.ly/4mk1Z0o

Your grief is a reflection of your love. We want you to know it’s okay to grieve deeply, to feel everything you feel, and to take the time you need. 🌿💛

Campus Walk season is officially in full swing! 💙👟 It's not too late to gather your friends and peers to find a walk near you. Register at afsp.org/Westernpa #HopeWalksHere

Suicide impacts the construction industry at a high rate, but there is always hope, and suicide can often be prevented. 🛠️ Support construction worker mental health and join us at a Construction #HikeForHope near you. 💛👷 Register at afsp.org/paconstruction

It’s Pisces season ♓ At AFSP, we love our Pisces community. Your empathy, creativity, and passion shines through in your commitment to our mission. Level up your impact this year and host an ✨ AFSP birthday fundraiser ✨ Get started: afsp.org/birthday

It's okay to ask for help. 💙

This #SelfLoveDay, take a moment to appreciate the amazing person you are and the relationship you’ve built with yourself. You are deserving of all the love and care. Self-love isn’t selfish—it’s essential. 💖

By bringing people together, we can create communities who look out for each other, cheer each other on, notice when someone needs help, and take action.

"In 2024, we partnered with the Harris Poll to assess public perception of suicide prevention. "91% of people believe that suicide can be prevented at least some of the time," shares AFSP's Corbin J. Standley, PhD. Read: afsp.org/story/prioriti…"

"The moment you've been waiting for...our 2026 Overnight will take place in Chicago on June 13th! 💙 Our Walkers last walked through the night for suicide prevention in Chicago in 2009— almost 20 years ago. Register at theovernight.org/register. We can't wait to walk with you!"

"Everyone carries loss in some way. We are all grieving something. No matter how big or small, we can make space to acknowledge whatever we are grieving and the emotions that come with it. Find support at afsp.org/loss"

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health! 🧠💙💪

From sadness and anger to love and even laughter, grief can bring up a wide range of emotions. No matter what you’re feeling, remember, you’re allowed to feel it. It’s important to acknowledge those emotions as they come instead of holding them in.

How do you nurture your mental health? 🧠✨💙

Calling all Capricorns! ♑️ It's time to raise funds to help us save lives. If you’re celebrating your birthday soon, help us save lives by starting an AFSP birthday fundraiser today at afsp.org/birthday

All your feelings are valid, including those that are difficult or unexpected. Allow yourself to feel whatever comes. 💙

We can find support and hope by having honest conversations with one another. 💙

"Grief can feel a little lighter when you don’t have to carry it alone. Sharing your story and hearing others’ can bring comfort and hope when you need it most. 💙 Come together with other loss survivors at afsp.org/supportgroups"

Start the year by remembering you're never alone. 💙 Help is just a call, text, or chat away. Dial 988 to reach @988Lifeline or text TALK to 741741 to reach @crisistextline, if you need support today or any day. You are not alone.