Have you ever seen a semicolon tattoo? Or a semicolon movement?
Not much people hear about it, but there's not less people are in the movement. Let's talk about the history shall we?
This began in the spring of 2013, when Project Semicolon Founder, Amy Bleuel wanted to honor her father whom she lost to suicide. Through the semicolon symbol many related to the struggle of depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide and their will to continue on. The title, “Project Semicolon,” also represented a goal – to believe that this is not the end but a new beginning.
As the days passed and the project was developed further, it became clear that this symbol was not just about one person. We heard from people longing to continue their story and live a life that would inspire others to continue on as well.
Over the years Project Semicolon has become much more than just one person honoring a parent. Through musician support and social media, the message of hope and love has reached a big audience in many different countries, more than we could have ever anticipated.
Project Semicolon is honored to be a part of those continuing stories, and to be an inspiration to those who are struggling.
The semicolon is an important piece of punctuation and is a perfect symbol for those who are struggling. As Amy says, “A semicolon is used when an author could've chosen to end their sentence, but chose not to. The author is you and the sentence is your life.”
This is why when you saw a semicolon tattoo or a temporary tattoo, don't look low on them, as you never know what they have been through before. And me myself, have joined the movement for the better of those who had been through.
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