For those who know me, for those who read my blogs, my books and just my writing, death and suicide are often a topic of discussion. It is certainly not a topic most like to talk about or even consider. I have had many breaking points in life, struggling with depression, anxiety, financial struggles, especially in the last year and years, pushing me over at times.
I wont lie I have considered just ending it all, letting my family clean up the mess of the aftermath, not something I want to do to them, but the pain is often too great. There are signs of hope, of relief, of knowing it will be okay. One of my comforts is reading the Bible, listening to God’s words, praying but of course my family and even my work and my writing makes things better for me.
September is Suicide Prevention month, as a time to raise awareness, spread hope and spark meaningful action around one of the most urgent mental health issues of our time.
With one conversation, asking someone how they’re really doing — and being ready to truly listen — can save lives. Because here’s what we know: No one has to face this alone. Help exists. Healing is possible. And all it can take is for one person to start a conversation.
Let’s be kinder to each other, despite living in uncaring world at times and I believe there are people in our lives that love and need us but too often we forget those people, their importance and their value. Let’s all make conscious choices to appreciate those in our life, because frankly we never know if one of those people will be here tomorrow and even more so if that loss is due to suicide.
Seek help, talk to someone and if in the United States, call, text 9-8-8 Suicide Prevention Hotline.
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