After Brandon, a teacher, learned that his new nephew was delivered stillborn, his entire school was informed of the loss. None of his students talked to him the next day — except for one young student named Marissa.
First Candle operates a 24-hour grief counseling line in the United States for anyone who has experienced the loss of an infant. That number is 800-221-7437.
Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org.
Some guidance:
-- Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget.
-- Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room.
-- Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend (and please avoid reading from notes.)
-- Let us know how this person continues to impact your life.
-- If your hero were standing front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly.
