Vanessa Thompson
I’m Vanessa Thompson. I’m not just the founder of the I HAVE Challenge—I’m someone who knows what it feels like to want to disappear. Someone who has lived with the weight of suicidal thoughts, not just once, but repeatedly throughout life.
This challenge was born from that place—not from a textbook, but from experience. Yes, I have a background in the professional helping field, which includes social work, substance abuse counseling, ...
To create a space of healing and honesty for anyone battling suicidal ideation, depression, or emotional pain—where truth is honored, hope is nurtured, and choosing to live—even when suicide whispers louder—is an act of courage.
This challenge isn’t about pretending to be okay. It’s about standing in your truth, ...
I offer a safe, welcoming space for individuals to share their stories of survival, pain, and healing. As someone who has lived with suicidal thoughts for most of my life, I created this platform to ensure that no one else has to endure their struggles alone. Here, I invite you to express your truth, whether ...
This challenge was born from my own painful experience with suicidal ideation and the desire to create a world where no one has to suffer in silence. My mission is simple yet powerful: to offer a platform where individuals who live with mental health struggles can find hope, connection, and understanding.
When ...