“Suicide is unspeakable, and to speak it is somehow to bring it into a human, imaginable sphere, even if only in the moment of speaking. The need to tell is both a need to tell oneself and a need to be heard.... Telling and being heard are the first steps toward reconnection.”
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Victoria Alexander
Victoria Alexander, born in 1965, is an accomplished author. Her works span across various genres, including history, biography, and fiction. Alexander's writing is renowned for its profound insights and rich imagination, making her a favorite among readers. more
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