When Suzanne K. Oliver lost her son, and later her husband, to suicide, her world shattered. The overwhelming grief, confusion, and helplessness that followed became the seed of something life-changing. That painful journey, spanning years of emotional struggle and spiritual searching, led her to write Right Now! Practical Strategies for Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal Thinking, a deeply personal guide that offers tangible hope to anyone wrestling with mental illness.
This is not just another self-help book. Right Now! Is a roadmap from despair to healing, grounded in real-life tragedy and fueled by the author’s tireless research into holistic wellness. It is a powerful resource for individuals and families seeking tools to navigate the dark waters of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.
A Mission Born of Loss
In 2007, Suzanne’s 21-year-old son Josh took his life after years of struggling with depression and anxiety. Despite seeking professional help and following medical advice, the family was left in the dark about alternative options and resources. Josh’s suffering, and the lack of integrative mental health solutions, left Suzanne searching for answers she never received in time.
That loss could have broken her spirit. Instead, it became her mission. Years later, the tragedy deepened when her husband also died by suicide. Rather than retreat into despair, Suzanne turned to learning. She explored therapy, nutrition, neuroscience, energy healing, spirituality, and more, compiling everything she wished she had known into a single, accessible guide.
A Whole-Person Approach to Mental Wellness
One of the most powerful aspects of Right Now! Is its holistic structure. The book is divided into three interconnected sections: Mind, Body, and Spirit. Each chapter introduces practical, research-based strategies that empower readers to improve mental health from all angles.
- Mind: Counseling methods, self-affirmations, brain imaging, forgiveness, and the impact of social media and screen time.
- Body: Nutrition, supplements, hydration, sleep, and alternative treatments like acupuncture, massage, and yoga.
- Spirit: Meditation, energy work, music therapy, nature, animals, and the healing power of prayer and laughter.
This all-encompassing format recognizes that mental health does not exist in a vacuum. It lives in our thoughts, our gut health, our relationships, and our spiritual resilience.
Breaking the Silence around Suicide
One of Suzanne’s most courageous contributions is her unflinching honesty about suicide. From detailing the warning signs to providing resource-rich action steps, Right Now! Removes the stigma and offers a language of compassion, urgency, and healing.
Suzanne challenges outdated myths, like the belief that people who talk about suicide will not actually go through with it. Her own experience tragically proved otherwise. Her son voiced his pain, and even then, the family was left with few tools and little guidance.
By sharing her story, Suzanne gives others permission to speak, to listen, and to act.
Who This Book Is For
If you or someone you love is struggling with anxiety, depression, or suicidal thinking, Right Now! Is written for you. It is also an invaluable resource for:
- Parents of teens and young adults
- Educators and counselors
- Mental health advocates and coaches
- Spiritual leaders
- Anyone searching for practical, integrative support
Whether you are battling mental illness or supporting someone who is, Suzanne’s message is clear: there is hope, and there is help, right now.
Final Thoughts
Suzanne K. Oliver did not set out to be an author. She set out to save lives. Right Now! Is a powerful reminder that we are not powerless in the face of mental illness. Through education, compassion, and whole-body healing, we can shift the conversation and help others reclaim their light, even in their darkest moments.
To learn more or order the book, visit Suzanne K. Oliver’s official site or Amazon.
