Episode 82: Turning Pain Into Purpose -Interview with Pharmacist, Dr. Linda McElhiney
I was reading a a beloved children’s book to our youngest last night entitled “What a Wonderful world”. It has cute illustrations that go along with the lyrics of Louis Armstrong’s epic 1960’s song by that same title. There is a verse that goes like this, “I hear babies cry. I watch them grow. They'll learn much more than I'll ever know. And I think to myself, "What a wonderful world." Yes, I think to myself, "What a wonderful world”
This song written so many decades ago is a song of HOPE. A hope for the future that as our children learn more they can do better and be better than we do and we are…and that is why I feel so strongly about talking about suicide. I hope that as we understand more and learn more, we can help be a part of changing the horrid suicide statistics that currently exist. Let us bring hope of “a wonderful world” to individuals who feel like there is no hope. If you haven’t donated to Isha Warriors’ Not Alone Event being held in September. Click here to learn more about how you can contribute. Do it today! Help me inspire more teenagers both online and in person. Help me reach more people who feel like they are doing this journey all on their own.
Today you are going to hear about a mom who turned the pain of losing her almost 30 year old son, Daniel into living with purpose.
I appreciated meeting with and learning from Linda so much and admire her courage and her brain. You guys, She is such a smart lady!
Dr. McElhiney is the Senior Compounding Pharmacist for Indiana University Health Integrated Service Center (ISC) in Plainfield, Indiana where she has worked for over 30 years. She has been a featured author for the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding, author of Compounding Guide for Ophthalmic Preparations, and contributing author in other pharmacy and medical textbooks. She has served on several national committees and international advisory committees, has served on a board of directors for several professional pharmacy organizations and just finished her term as Chaiman on the Board of the ACA. She’s received several prestigious awards including the KE MERK VANGUARD Leadership Award and has been married for almost 40 years to her college sweetheart. She is a mother of two boys and she loves doing Fun Run races, traveling and going to football games.
Episode Outline:
How does one get through sudden tragedy?
1. Find help that meets your needs.
2. Self care is key.
3. Set goals.
4. Exercise and keep your physical body moving...this will help you emotionally and mentally.
5. Educate yourself and surround yourself with people who can support you and help you feel like you can say, "I can do that."
6. Forgive yourself.
7. Forgive the person who died by suicide.
8. Let go of the "Why's".
9. Talk about the person you have lost. Say their name. Smile at the fond memories.
10. Be proactive in creating change in YOUR COMMUNITY to help support people who have experienced this kind of loss. Whether you start a support group or just support a co-worker...Let them talk if they need to talk, cry if they need to cry, go for a walk and be alone if they need to take a moment etc...
Listen in today and to these other incredibly helpful podcasts.
Episode 30: Suicidal Thoughts- A Teen's Perspective
Episode 31: Suicidal Thoughts- A Social Worker's Perspective
Episode 32: Suicidal Thoughts- A Sibling's Perspective
Episode 82: Turning Pain Into Purpose-Interview with Pharmacist, Dr. Linda McElhiney
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