This years theme is Suicide Prevention. We can all individually assist with prevention. Even an interactive conversation with another individual can even be enough to differentiate between life and death for them.
In light of world mental health day, I wrote up 2 pieces from 2 different perspectives. The first piece comes from an individual that is struggling mentally, but does not want to speak up or do anything about it. They suffer in silence.. which eventually drains them to the extent of suicide. No one ever sees the suffering that goes on in the inside, so this post was written as a universal cry for help.
If you ever feel like a friend or family member is down, reach out to them. Don’t let them feel alone or unworthy. Even if the people around you seem happy, always check up on them. You’d be surprised at what people are going through. That ‘strong’ friend, could be suffering from all sorts.
The second piece, is a dialogue from someone who has lost someone to suicide. It always feels like it’s too late, but your encouraging words can mean the world to someone.
Below are some links and sources to suicide helplines & also advice links.
Be blessed x
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/suicide-prevention-wait
• Samaritans offer a 24-hours a day, 7 days a week support service. Call them FREE on 116 123. You can also email jo@samaritans.org
• Papyrus is a dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 who are worried about how they are feeling or anyone concerned about a young person. You can call the HOPElineUK number on 0800 068 4141, text 07786 209697 or email pat@papyrus-uk.org
• NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline providing health advice and information. Call them free on 111.
• C.A.L.M.: National helpline for men to talk about any troubles they are feeling. Call 0800 58 58 58.
• Support After Suicide Partnership offers practical and emotional support on their website for people bereaved and affected by suicide.
Ohema's thoughts. 