From Death2Life Podcast

**Episode 15: What to Say to Someone Who’s Suicidal** When someone you love says they don’t want to live anymore, it can be terrifying. Most people want to help, but have no idea what to say. In this episode of From Death2Life, we talk through the words that can help someone feel seen, heard, and less alone in their darkest moment. We cover what to say, what **not** to say, why it is okay to ask d...

Why Suicide Prevention Month Is So Important September is Suicide Prevention Month—but for someone fighting to stay alive, this conversation matters every single day. In this episode of the From Death2Life Podcast, we talk about why suicide prevention has to be more than awareness. It has to look like listening, showing up, asking hard questions, and reminding people that their life still has valu...

If you've ever wondered where God is in the middle of your depression, grief, anxiety, or overwhelming pain, this conversation is for you. Mario and Kerry talk honestly about suffering, unanswered prayers, and what Scripture says when hope feels far away. No clichés. No easy answers. Just real conversation, biblical truth, and the reminder that God has not abandoned you, and your story isn't over.

“How Do I Live After Losing Someone I Loved to Suicide?” Losing someone you love to suicide changes everything. The questions don't stop. The pain doesn't leave when the funeral ends. You replay conversations, wonder what you missed, and carry a weight that few people truly understand. In Episode 12 of the From Death2Life Podcast, Mario and Kerry have an honest conversation about surviving the los...

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What if the emptiness you feel isn’t proof your life is meaningless… but proof you were made for more? In Episode 10 of the From Death2Life Podcast, we talk honestly about the question so many people silently carry: “Does my life actually have purpose… or am I just here?”

For the one ready to give up. This isn’t a highlight reel. This is for the moments no one sees, the silence, the weight, the thoughts you don’t say out loud. We talk about what it actually feels like to be there… and why staying, even for one more day, matters. If you’re hanging on by a thread, this episode is for you. Stay.

Grief doesn’t run on a timeline. It doesn’t disappear after a year… or ten. In this episode, we talk about the kind of loss that stays, especially after suicide, and the pressure people feel to “move on” when their heart isn’t ready.

Episode 7: This week on the From Death2Life Podcast we’re talking about: “HOW DO I KNOW GOD IS STILL PRESENT WHEN I FEEL SO ALONE?” If you’re in that place… this one’s for you. 🤍

Episode 7: This week on the From Death2Life Podcast we’re talking about: “HOW DO I KNOW GOD IS STILL PRESENT WHEN I FEEL SO ALONE?” If you’re in that place… this one’s for you. 🤍

In this episode of the From Death to Life podcast, hosts Kerry and Mario discuss the sensitive topic of how to approach someone who may be suicidal. They share personal experiences of grief and loss, emphasizing the importance of open communication and active listening. The conversation provides practical tips on how to ask the right questions and create a safe space for those struggling with ment...

Suicide rarely comes without warning, but the signs are often subtle, misunderstood, or brushed off. In this episode, we talk openly about the clues people leave before they hit a breaking point and why so many cries for help go unnoticed. We’ll break down common emotional, verbal, and behavioral warning signs, what people often mistake for “attention-seeking,” and how to respond when something fe...

When Life Sucks… Be Grateful Anyway In this raw and honest episode, Mario and Kerry go deep on the power of gratitude, not the cheesy, fake kind, but the real stuff that keeps you breathing when life feels impossible. They unpack why choosing one small thing to be thankful for every day can literally shift your brain, steady your emotions, and pull you out of the darkest mental spaces. Gratitude w...

So often when we are struggling with life, we don't know when to ask for help. This episode helps answer the question.

Death2Life's VP, Kerry D'Ortenzio, shares how going through the hardest most darkest time in life reveals the most beautiful moments.

Death2Life President Mario D'Ortenzio reflects on how 2025 brought profound challenges and transformation both personally and for the organization.