You might think you’ve blown your chance to have the life you wanted or permanently lost a friendship that really mattered to you. In a crisis, you might feel trapped because you don’t see any way out. Nothing in life is final - until it’s over But I also know that might not seem like reason enough to live right now, so I’ll give you a few other things to keep in mind. It took time, effort, and therapy, but eventually those thoughts quieted. I didn’t have a concrete plan, but the idea was always simmering on the back burner. Just a few years ago, I thought about suicide often. And I know how much it matters to hear from someone who really does get it.
My own experiences guided me to a career in mental health writing and inspired me to become a text crisis counselor. When you’ve reached your limit, it doesn’t mean much to hear:Īs someone who’s experienced both mental health crises and suicidal thoughts, I know firsthand how empty and meaningless these words can seem. It’s also common to feel irritable - even resentful - when people with good intentions try to tell you why suicide isn’t the answer.
If you can’t see any clear path to improving your situation, suicide might seem like the only method of relief.įirst, know there’s no shame in suicidal thoughts. People in pain - physical or emotional - generally want to do whatever they can to stop that pain. When crawling through this fog of hopelessness and despair, it’s often tough to visualize what’s ahead. Share on Pinterest Illustration by Maya Chastainĭepression and other kinds of emotional distress can knock you down and keep you flat.
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