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06/25/2026

He didn't leave a note. He didn't say goodbye. On September 25, 2000, Kevin Hines boarded a bus to the Golden Gate Bridge with one thought in his mind: nobody would stop him, because nobody ever did.

Hundreds of people passed him that morning-tourists, joggers, commuters—but no one asked if he was okay. So he climbed over the railing and jumped.

The fall takes about four seconds.

In the first, Kevin felt the wind.
In the second, he saw the water rushing up.
In the third, his mind cracked open with devastating clarity: every problem he thought was impossible to fix was fixable-except this one.

He hit the water feet-first, shattering three vertebrae.

Paralyzed from the waist down, he fought to stay afloat. Then something moved beneath him, circling and nudging him upward. He thinks it was a sea lion. Whether real or imagined, it kept him alive until the Coast Guard arrived.

Recovery was grueling—multiple surgeries, months of rehabilitation.

Doctors doubted he would walk again. He did. And then he began speaking publicly, not just to process his trauma but to reach others in crisis. He told them about those four seconds, about the lie that pain is permanent, about the regret that comes the moment you let go.

His memoir “Cracked, Not Broken” and his speeches became lifelines for countless people who heard his story and chose to hold on.

Kevin also fought for something tangible: su***de prevention nets beneath the Golden Gate Bridge.

After decades of resistance, they were finally installed in 2023. The bridge that nearly claimed his life now catches others before they fall—a physical manifestation of hope.

Today, Kevin is in his forties, married, traveling, and alive with purpose. People write to him, saying his story stopped them in their darkest moments. He doesn't know how many lives he’s touched, but the number is not small.

Also “not small”⁉️ The number of “Kevins” out there, wondering if they should jump today.

Be kind — you NEVER know what someone’s going through ❤️‍🩹

📸: Good News Movement

10/02/2025

09/26/2025

An Ohio State University study has revealed that psychedelic-assisted therapy might have long-term benefits for people suffering from depression. https://nbc4i.co/4mG1XPA?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_NBC4

09/26/2025

You Matter Day brings hope and healing to Brevard County during Su***de Prevention Month

You Matter Day is organized by the nonprofit Do It For Hunter, to raise awareness about su***de prevention and mental health.

09/10/2025

09/02/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Month. It’s a time to raise our voices for hope, awareness, and connection.

For first responders, the reality is sobering: they are more likely to die by su***de than in the line of duty. Behind the uniform are men and women carrying invisible weight; the calls they can’t forget, the trauma they’ve absorbed, and the pressure to be “strong” no matter what.

This month, and every month, let’s break the silence. Let’s check in on each other, listen without judgment, and remind each other that reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

At Survive First, we believe that no one should face their struggles alone. Together, as a community, we can bring light into the darkest moments and stand firm in the fight against su***de.

If you or someone you love is struggling, reach out. There are so many of us who are ready to listen.
COPLine
Dial 988 (su***de and crisis lifeline)

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08/03/2025

Mental Health Education

07/31/2025

Could magnesium be a game-changer for mental health?

Emerging research suggests this essential mineral may play a powerful role in treating Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)—especially in cases resistant to traditional therapies.

In clinical observations, high-bioavailability forms of magnesium (like glycinate or threonate) led to significant improvements in mood, anxiety, sleep, and negative thinking—in under a week. That’s far faster than conventional antidepressants, which often take weeks to kick in.

Why does it work? Magnesium regulates NMDA receptors in the brain, preventing the harmful overstimulation of neurons by excess calcium—a process called excitotoxicity, which has been linked to depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline. In short, magnesium acts like a neuroprotective shield against chemical stress.

Here’s the catch: modern diets, processed foods, and filtered water have left many people unknowingly magnesium-deficient. This silent shortfall could leave the brain chronically vulnerable to mood disorders and neurological wear.

If further research confirms these effects, magnesium may become one of the safest, most affordable tools for protecting brain health—like a nutritional buffer against modern life’s mental toll.

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REFERENCE:
George A. Eby and Karen L. Eby, "Rapid recovery from major depression using magnesium treatment", ScienceDirect.