Holding On: A Self-Help Guide For Healing Through Suicidal Thoughts

by Lori Caputo-hartford

Overview

Holding On is a compassionate self-help guide written for anyone who has struggled with suicidal thoughts or the weight of emotional pain. Blending gentle encouragement with practical tools, this book reminds readers that their story isn't over, that healing is possible, and life can still hold meaning and light.

Inside, you'll find strategies for managing overwhelming emotions, grounding exercises for moments of crisis, journaling prompts to process inner struggles, and affirmations to rebuild hope. More than a guide, this book is a companion offering understanding, validation, and strength for the days when holding on feels hardest.

Whether you're navigating the storm yourself or supporting a loved one, Holding On is a reminder that hope can be found in even the darkest places and that you are not alone.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798319668370
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	08/20/2025
Pages:	82
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.21(d)

About the Author

Lori Caputo-Hartford, born in West Islip, New York, overcame early struggles with undiagnosed ADHD and dyslexia to become a passionate writer and educator. Drawing strength from personal challenges, she found healing through storytelling, a gift she now shares with her granddaughter, Layla, and her real-life Mini Schnauzer, Macho, who inspired this magical adventure series.
A proud mother of four, Lori finds joy in family, creativity, and video games. After the devastating loss of her eldest son, Raymond, in 2024, she returned to writing with renewed purpose, using her stories to honor love, resilience, and the power of imagination.