5 Hours and 56 Minutes

Five hours and fifty-six minutes.
That’s how often a fatal overdose occurs in the state of Colorado alone.

Let that sink in.

This isn’t about pointing fingers.
This isn’t about judgment.
This is about open conversation, compassion, and letting those who struggle know that they matter—that you care, and that you are there.

Because that number represents too many people.
Too many loved ones.
Too many moms and dads.
Too many brothers and sisters.
Too many sons and daughters whose stories ended far too soon.

Talk to your kids.
Talk to your family.
Talk to your friends.

They may not open up right away—and that’s okay. What matters is that they know you’re a safe place. Remove the judgment. Make room for honesty. Let them know that when they’re ready, you’ll be there.

And remember: being there for someone and enabling them are not the same.
We need to learn the difference, and we need to stop the cycle before it takes more lives.

If you are struggling with addiction—I see you.
I see your pain.
And I don’t judge you.
Not today, not tomorrow, not ever.

If you don’t have a support system, if you feel alone, or if you fear you can’t control the urge, please—reach out for help. You deserve safety. You deserve to stay alive.

Visit:
www.neverusealone.com

Your life matters.
You matter.