Depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and suicide are real. It’s sad that we fail to talk and help those in need. As much as we want to act as if we as a society don’t have these issues–they are problems.
This past Saturday I tried to commit suicide. The irony is, September is suicide prevention month. Some say suicide is selfish. But you can’t say that without trying to understand why the person attempted in the first place. It’s not for attention. It takes more than a pep talk to help a person overcome these suicidal thoughts. One thing I realized is that I’m not alone, ad I don’t need to resort to something that extreme- and neither do you. Please think about the one life you have.
Every soul on this earth has a purpose. A God given purpose, and God will test you. He will test every vein in your body but He will never let you fight alone. He will send people who will help you. Genuine people.I can say with confidence that although my family doesn’t understand me, God gave me another family: my true friends. They literally came to my rescue after they saw what I did. They did not leave my side until every tear I shed was wiped away and replaced with a smile.
Before you can take care of others, you need to take care of yourself. Before you can help others, you need to help yourself. And until you love yourself enough and are mentally healthy, you cannot prioritize those who take away from you without giving anything in return.
Your life is precious. You deserve to be here, and although times are tough and it may seem as if there’s no way out, God will ALWAYS find a way for you.
It wasn’t just my friends who reached out; so many others at UNT reached out to me, reached out to my friends, asked my friends about my well being. There are so many people in this crazy, messed up world who actually do give a damn. Talk to a friend, family member, a therapist. Journal your thoughts, find an outlet–take care of yourself. Never, ever think you are alone.
My first attempt 10 years ago, I stumbled upon a story of a survivor. Her story made me realize how important my life is, and I share my story to tell you that you are loved, you are cared for, you wanted and needed on this earth. Don’t ever think that no one cares about you. No matter how cruel this world may be, there are people who care and who will be more than willing to help you. Don’t just become another number in the statistic; become a VOICE.
You are not alone, and we stand with you. Please call your local suicide help hotline if you or a loved one is in trouble. Wishing you all nothing but blessings and happiness.