Inspiring Hope.

Restoring Strength.

Reconnecting Humanity.

Sally A. Raymond is a speaker, author, and mental health advocate helping people find the courage to hold on to hope, one conversation at a time.

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“Sally’s raw honesty in this epic book on parenting and loss is a big wake-up call for all of us as adults and parents to own our mistakes so we can move forward with love and courage.”

Muna A.

In 1991 at just 23, Sally Raymond’s eldest son Jon gunned his car into a retaining wall to be instantly killed.

The shock catapulted this new psychotherapist on an arduous journey of personal retrospective and extensive research which just culminated in her recently-released book, The Son I Knew Too Late: A Guide to Help You Survive and Thrive

This book is written to help parents, sufferers, loved ones and friends knowledgeably support young people’s individual stability, progress, inner growth and resilience through all stages of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.

Since his suicide, Sally has been on a mission is to tell Jon’s stories in a way that will help others avoid what he and she did not. For the truth is, all that has been done to prevent suicide isn’t working. Today suicide is of critical and burgeoning proportions, not only in America but worldwide.

The proof? Suicide recently rose to be the second leading cause of death among Americans aged 15-24. This statistic is especially chilling given that it has never before happened. Today, only accidents kill more youth than the number of youth killing themselves. Raymond’s book is a life “thrival” guide and suicide prevention resource for parents, teachers, and those who work with youth: a first-of-its-kind blueprint for taking action to save llives at any age.

Meet Sally

After surviving deep personal challenges, Sally A. Raymond turned her pain into purpose.

As an author and advocate, she shares her journey of resilience and the tools she used to rebuild her life — empowering others to do the same.

Today, she brings her message of hope to schools, conferences, and community organizations across North America.

Insights from the Heart

Read Sally’s reflections on resilience, purpose, and community healing.

Every story reminds us that hope is not fragile — it’s fuel for change.

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"How to Hold On to Hope This Holiday Season:
15 Life-Saving Conversations Every Family Needs Right Now"

This holiday season, too many families will gather around tables filled with tension, silence, or even grief.

But what if, instead of avoiding the hard conversations, we leaned in with love, with honesty, and with hope?

This powerful, timely guide offers:

15 insights I wish I had known before losing my son to suicide
Quotes and takeaways from top mental health experts and advocates
A printable “Conversation Starters That Could Save a Life” checklist
Resources for U.S. and Canadian suicide prevention and support

Whether you're navigating family friction, grief, or simply want to be a safe space for someone struggling—you are not alone. And you can make a difference.

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