The depths of a mother's love and the abyss of her grief are unimaginable until you hear Deborah Nelis share her story of loss and hope. When her son Nick's life was tragically cut short, the wake of his suicide and the childhood trauma that preceded it became a catalyst for a broader conversation - one that Deborah courageously leads in today's episode. The pain of familial betrayal and the failure of protective services is laid bare, as we unravel the complex layers of seeking help for a child in distress and the ways in which substance abuse often fills the void of emotional turmoil.

Transitioning from the raw realities of loss, we find ourselves in a place of healing and the search for comfort in the signs left behind, like the butterflies that guide Deborah to a sense of peace. Her story shifts from despair to action as she establishes a ministry in Nick's memory, aiming to lift others from the precipice of hopelessness. Through candid discussions and personal testimonies, we explore the transformative power of outreach and the undeniable presence of faith in the darkest of times. This episode is a testament to the endurance of the human spirit and an invitation to those touched by tragedy to find solace and purpose in the aftermath.

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