Affirmation Journal Prompts:

• Today, on world suicide awareness day, I am feeling _______. 
• I will process my feelings by___.
• I will do ___ to create a world where all Black people living with mental distress & suicidal ideations are supported.
• I will support the families and communities of Black folks who have lost loved one's to suicide by________.
• I will not allow people to shame Black folks who have contemplated or completed suicide. I will fight back by_____.
• I will take time to uplift the memories of Black folks we have lost to suicide by___.
• I recommit to being a safe space for all Black folks struggling with mental health. I pledge to unlearn ableism and mental health stigma. I pledge to listen to those struggling and validate their truths. I pledge to to support my community in radical, restorative healing.

If you or someone you know needs support, call national suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255