Nocturne
The Last Dream
When Sally lost her brother to suicide, a friend advised her to be open to the possibility that he would try to visit her from beyond. Despite her initial skepticism, what she experienced in the ensuing months changed her mind completely.
By Vanessa Lowe • • 30m ListenSally lost her younger brother in one of the worst possible ways. The grief was almost unbearable. After his death, a friend advised her to be open to the possibility that he would come through, to try and visit her from beyond. Skeptical, Sally initially discounted her friend's advice, but what she experienced in the ensuing months was so intense that her mind, and her life, was forever changed.
Sally and her younger brother Carson. Photos courtesy of Sally Spencer Thomas.
Find information about Sally Spencer Thomas’ workhere. Her podcast about suicide prevention is calledHope Illuminated.
If you are bereaved by suicide here are some resources:Alliance of HopeandAmerican Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
If someone you care about needs support now, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Music: Nocturne theme music by Kent SparlingAdditional music: Kent Sparling \ Jeffrey Foster \ Kid Otter
Producer:Vanessa Lowe
Episode artwork: Robin Galante