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By: episode 009 | unplugged 2 | suicide prevention | Making It Meaningful

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 23:01:44 +0000

[…] talk about it” shares my journey with depression and my eventual suicide attempt. “aftermath” is a small glimpse into what life looked like, for me, after surviving my […]

By: Sheila

Sheila — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:27:57 +0000

Nikki, you continue to amaze me with your writing abilities, your courage, your strength, your vulnerability, your love and compassion, and your willingness to share and be an inspiration to so many people. God definitely had a plan for your life and you are being a light to shine for HIM. I love you!❤️🙏

By: march madness… | Just Shake It Off

march madness… | Just Shake It Off — Sun, 20 Mar 2022 01:49:38 +0000

[…] So, today…in the midst of march madness and on the thirty-first anniversary of one of my darkest days…let’s talk about it. And then, let’s talk about the aftermath. […]

By: Nikki Louiselle

Nikki Louiselle — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 20:46:41 +0000

In reply to Mark.

Mark –
Thank you for your kind words and your encouragement!
There has to be something good that comes out of a difficult journey…even 30 years later.
-Nikki

By: Nikki Louiselle

Nikki Louiselle — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 20:35:44 +0000

In reply to Janis Dietrich.

Janis –
Being seen and being heard is so important for our mental health.
A smile from a passer-by on your evening walk or a ‘thanks for stopping in’ from your morning coffee shop could be the difference-maker in someone’s life. It could be the small whisper of validation they needed to continue on.
We must take the time to take care of one another.
Thank you for taking the time to read and to reach out. ❤
-Nikki

By: Nikki Louiselle

Nikki Louiselle — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 20:26:36 +0000

In reply to Judith.

Judith –
YES! Exactly…it is so much more than just feeling a bit down.
It is overwhelming and very heavy.
Thank you for such kind and supportive words!
There has to be something good that comes out of a difficult journey…even 30 years later. If I can help someone else feel less alone and more understood…that is something good. ❤
-Nikki

By: Mark

Mark — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:37:27 +0000

Nikki, your courage to share, to express those deep emotions and the turmoil that goes with them, is inspirational. You ARE helping others! There is meaning to your journey. And I’m so thankful to watch it unfold

By: Janis Dietrich

Janis Dietrich — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 01:05:33 +0000

Indeed, “you are seen, you are heard,you are worthy”. Thank you for your courage.

By: Judith

Judith — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:57:58 +0000

Many people simply don’t understand depression. It’s not just having a bad day or feeling a bit down. It’s hollow, empty deep down, something you just want to end. That you survived means there’s more you can share to help others. I am proud to know you.

By: Nikki Louiselle

Nikki Louiselle — Mon, 31 May 2021 20:29:32 +0000

In reply to Anonymous.

You are so brave to speak these words right now.
You are here because your story isn’t over.
Thank you for sharing your fear and your anger. They are so real and so valid.
I’m glad you took the time to read this today. You were meant to.
Please reach out to me through my email at
nikki@justshakeitoff.com
if you want to talk or need support.
My thoughts, prayers and love are being sent to you. ♥️
– Nikki