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A hug from another survivor is different from someone who is trying to console you...you're not alone.

How Survivors of Mass Shootings Are Helping a New Generation Heal

VIA Deseret News
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Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting

While it's a sad day for us as a family and her loss is palpable, it is also a day of hope and celebration that we can continue to honor her life and her legacy in such a remarkable way.

Learning Facility in Newtown to Honor Sandy Hook School Shooting Victim

VIA NBC News
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Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting

Over these past seven autumns, I’ve learned that just showing up for neighbors during these difficult weeks between Halloween and December 14 can help lift at least some of the weight we carry.

Seven Autumns of Mourning in Newtown

VIA The Atlantic
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Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting

The things that happen to us don’t have to define us.

How One Sandy Hook Survivor Is Moving Forward 3 Years Later

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If you are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns after a disaster, the Disaster Distress Helpline is here for you 24/7/365. Call or text:

1-800-985-5990
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For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Users: Please text or call using your preferred Relay provider. For more resources, click here.

For Spanish: Call or text and press “2”. For more resources, click here.

Para Español: Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 1-800-985-5990 y oprima el número 2. Para más recursos, haga clic aquí.

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