I wrote ‘An Attempt’ after hearing the story of my friend Aaliyah who has walked through the challenges of suicidal ideation and also grieved the loss of loved ones to suicide. This video is a conversation which delves further into Aaliyah’s story and the formation of this poem…

If you are struggling with mental health or suicidal thoughts, please reach out to someone you trust.

There is Hope, and His name is Jesus.