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International Overdose Awareness Day: Messages and Memories Wall

Messages of remembrance, hope and overdose prevention shared with anonymously to mark International Overdose Awareness Day.

Please ask for help - there are so, so, so many kind people who you haven't met yet.

Believe in yourself, you can achieve anything if YOU really want it x

You didn’t deserve this, but I’m doing everything I can to stop this happening to others ❤️

Always reach out , I’m happy to listen always , than lose a life.

You are not alone.

Please reach out. It is one of the hardest things to do but it will be the best things you will ever do. Believe me x💜x

Never let stigma hold you back from giving or receiving help.

Recovery gives strength and confidence, you are not alone, 7 years so far for me, be proud of your achievements carry on with setting them little goals, take one day at a time.

It takes time and pain but it can and does get better, not quickly but in the right time. In the last year and a half, I've had several attempts and a lot of self-harm. I couldn't see a way for things to get better, I felt as though it was my own thought, and in the past month, the cloud has slightly lifted, I've been accepted onto DBT therapy and I can actually see some light. 

Do it for your boys and for your little girl, they still need you and love you so much. I'm sorry we didn't realise you were struggling sooner. Everyone is willing for you to get better and to be okay, even if it doesn't always seem like it. You can do this, you've been through so much but you can do this. I wish things were different but help is here for you when you're ready to take it.

Milk and sugar? I’m here to understand not to answer, my eyes are listening as well as my ears – shout when you’re ready I’m here when you need me...take your time – I've got you mate x

Recovery works if you work at it, nothing changes if nothing changes recovery gives you yourself back and more much more.. So KEEP ON KEEPING ON!! It’s not a race it’s not about perfection it’s about being present and consistent.

As your sister and biggest supporter, I will forever pray you see your worth and the potential you have. We love you buddy x

Dear Dad, its been 12 years since you suddenly left us, and not a day goes by, when i wish you could meet your 8 year great grandson and my Husband of 10 years, who you would have loved and got on with like a house on fire! You tried and tried to recover, but it got the better of you in the end. Until we meet again, ill see you when i get there...R.I.E.P love you always ❤️❤️

Robin, RIP. I’m sorry I only learned that you had relapsed while suspended after your death. I’m sorry I listened to the management team for too long after you were suspended and didn’t get in touch until it was too late. I’m sorry you never got to read my message. I dedicated my MSc dissertation to you, and now I’m doing everything I can to change disciplinary procedures so they become more trauma-informed, follow ACAS recommendations, and help prevent deaths like yours from happening again. I’m so sorry, Robin. ❤️

I've been there mate.

Don't compare your journey with other's.

You had so much to give, you could just never see it. Will always miss you.

I want to remember Nathan who recently passed earlier this year. Nathan was a lovely person who wanted to spread the message around overdose prevention. He has a beautiful family who love and miss him and has left a gap in many people’s lives. Whilst Nathan didn’t pass due to overdose, I think his passing highlights the longer term impacts of drug use even after you stop using. Nathan was a legend who was taken way too soon.

Look after your mates, don't be reckless if taking risks, start low and go slow. 

You never know what's in your packet - test your drugs and check out wedinos for up to date info in your area!

Change is possible; never give up hope. Change and engage.💯❤️

Remembering all the young people who have lost their lives to overdoses and the futures they have missed out on.

I carry naloxone for you - just in case. But I wish I didn't have to. Please don't give up trying.