There’s a quote I once heard that really helped me in a difficult time. "Suicide is not chosen; it happens when pain exceeds resources for coping with pain."
Feeling suicidal does not mean you’re weak. It does not mean there’s something wrong with you. As the quote says, it just means you're in extreme pain. And it happens to a lot more people than you think. I have had periods of my life where I’ve been either suicidal or struggled with suicidal thoughts. I have many friends who have been suicidal or struggled with suicidal thoughts. And to be completely honesty, it's scary. It’s terrifying to want to take your own life. It's scary to not feel in control of your own brain and it’s even scarier to live in a society where you can’t feel comfortable talking about it. But the most important thing to know is that feeling suicidal does not mean you’re a freak or that you're crazy or weak. If anything it means that you’re quite strong for still continuing to fight when you’re facing thoughts that tell you to end your own life. Being suicidal just means that you’re a person going through immense pain, and no matter what you may think, you don’t deserve to carry that pain alone. You deserve support and even though it’s scary to look for it, it’s out there. And you are worth it. I personally see life as a series of moments. There are really really bad moments where you may feel like you’re going through Hell and you question whether life is worth living. But if you wait long enough, those moments will pass. And you will get to experience new moments where you can smile and feel grateful that you’re alive to enjoy the life you’re living. :) You'll get there. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800)-273-8255
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Naija SunshineHi! My name is Efe and this is my mental health blog where I'll be talking about my experiences with mental illness, as well as my thoughts and tips. Archives
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