Life After Suicide with Caroline Roodhouse

This episode discusses sensitive topics related to suicide and the emotional aftermath of losing a loved one to suicide. Some listeners may find the content distressing. Please take care while listening, and if you feel that this may be too difficult for you, consider skipping this episode or listening with support nearby.

This week, I sit down with Caroline Roodhouse, a mother who tragically lost her husband, Steve, to suicide. Caroline shares her deeply personal and emotional journey through grief, pain, and eventually finding a way to speak openly about her experience.

This episode is a bit different, and we touch on topics that might be tough to hear.

We discuss the impact of suicide on families, especially children, and how words, no matter how small, can leave lasting scars or offer immense comfort. Caroline’s story is not only about unimaginable grief but also about hope and how we can support loved ones in their darkest moments.

Whether you’ve been affected by suicide or simply want to learn more about providing support, this conversation is essential. Thank you, Caroline, for sharing your story with such honesty and bravery.

Here are the highlights:

(7:36) Caroline's Story: Meeting Steve and Early Life Together

(12:30) The Day Steve Went Missing

(20:51) The Discovery and Aftermath

(30:44) Impact on Caroline and Her Family

(43:31) Evie's Animation and Its Impact

(54:46) Advice for Supporting Colleagues

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Caroline Roodhouse MCIPR - Communications Consultant - Alive With Ideas | LinkedIn

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