What Comes After the Pause — Twizted Journeys, Est 2021 with Jason's Journey
Suicide Awareness

Breaking the silence
saves lives.

In the world we live in today, it is so very important to not whisper, hide, or be afraid to talk openly about suicide and mental health. Twizted Journeys advocates loudly so others don't suffer in silence.

988 — If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988. Free. Confidential. Available 24/7.

988lifeline.org Text HOME to 741741 WhatsApp Tonya

S.A.F.E.

Suicide Awareness For Everyone

Twizted Journeys hosts S.A.F.E. events throughout the year — workshops, rides, walks, and community gatherings designed to break the stigma and open the conversation around suicide and mental health. Our events allow people to share the journey of their loved ones that have cut their story short, and also their own journey of continuing after a pause.

We are proud advocates with AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) and proud to be part of the Indiana Suicide Prevention Coalition.

Warning Signs

Knowing the signs can save a life. Trust your gut — if something feels off, reach out.

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Things They Say

  • "I wish I were dead."
  • "I can't do this anymore."
  • "Everyone would be better off without me."
  • "I just want it to stop."
  • "I won't be a problem for you much longer."
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Things You Notice

  • Withdrawing from friends and family
  • Giving away prized possessions
  • Saying goodbye as if it's final
  • Dramatic mood swings
  • Increased alcohol or drug use
  • Sleeping too much or not at all
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What To Do

  • Ask directly. "Are you thinking about suicide?"
  • Listen without judgment.
  • Don't leave them alone.
  • Remove access to means if possible.
  • Call 988 with them or for them.
  • Follow up — keep checking in.

Asking someone if they are thinking about suicide does NOT put the idea in their head. It opens a door that can save their life.

Resources & Partners

Organizations Twizted Journeys works with and recommends.

Crisis Line

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988. Free, confidential, available 24/7 for any mental health crisis — not just suicidal thoughts.

988lifeline.org
Crisis Texting

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor. Free. 24/7. No phone call required.

crisistextline.org
TJ Partner

AFSP — American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

TJ is a proud AFSP advocate. Research, resources, and the Out of the Darkness walks.

afsp.org
TJ Partner

NAMI — National Alliance on Mental Illness

Education, advocacy, and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness.

nami.org
TJ Partner

Overdose Lifeline Indiana

Support and resources for those affected by addiction and overdose loss in Indiana.

overdoselifeline.org
TJ Partner

Indiana Suicide Prevention Coalition

Statewide coalition for suicide prevention resources, training, and community support.

suicidepreventionalliance.org
Global Resource

Find a Helpline

Free, confidential crisis support in 50+ countries. Find the right helpline wherever you are.

findahelpline.com
Loss Support

TAPS — Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors

Compassionate care and grief support for those affected by suicide loss, including military families.

taps.org
AFSP Resource

AFSP Healing Conversations

Peer support connecting those who have lost someone to suicide with trained AFSP volunteers.

afsp.org/HealingConversations

Finding Forward

Twizted Journeys facilitates Finding Forward — a Tuesday evening peer support group for suicide loss survivors. Free. Low-barrier. Community-centered. Adults 18+. Open to all backgrounds and identities.

Email for Meeting Details

If you are in crisis: Call or text 988 — free, 24/7.
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741