LIVES REWRITTEN
We don’t always know what leads someone to the edge. But we believe that one moment of connection can change everything.
Below are real stories of people (and in one case, a companion) who were met in their darkest hour - listened to, offered kindness, and gently helped toward life again.
If you’re struggling with thoughts of suicide, help is available here.
“I woke up one morning and felt I simply couldn’t cope any longer.
But that day became the turning point in my life.
Now, I look at my family and feel thankful I was stopped.”
“I felt like no one cared. I felt utterly alone, terrified, and exhausted by life.
But I was wrong.
The chaplains found me — gently, without judgment, without pressure.”
“He came to Beachy Head believing there was no way back.
We couldn’t change his mind.
But we made sure Sky wasn’t left behind.”
“Being stopped that day meant my little girl still had her mum.
It meant she wasn’t left wondering why I’d gone.
I’m still here — and I’m still fighting.”
“I thought I deserved to die.
Then a chaplain found me in the dark.
Now I’m alive - and free.”