There are people who have survived suicide. What did they do and what are they presently doing to stay above depression and suicidal thoughts?
If you feel suicidal, please find out. Surely, sweetheart, there's always hope for you but you'll need to come to a decision to work it out and win, because I know you can.
"With God all things are possible..."
This woman, Sarina, who writes this piece below had been there twice. Twice she attempted suicide and now shares how you and me can help suicidal persons.
According to CP, there is a common perception that if someone talks about suicide, it is only talk with no intention behind the words. However, the reverse is true and speaking out is an indicator of real intent.
But these days, people are so caught up in their world that they don't have time to pay any attention to their neighbor. It's called selfishness. And because we don't pay attention, we miss those that we ought to help.
Sincerely, God's kind of love is what we need to change our world. Start with the people around you.
If you feel suicidal, please find out. Surely, sweetheart, there's always hope for you but you'll need to come to a decision to work it out and win, because I know you can.
"With God all things are possible..."
This woman, Sarina, who writes this piece below had been there twice. Twice she attempted suicide and now shares how you and me can help suicidal persons.
According to CP, there is a common perception that if someone talks about suicide, it is only talk with no intention behind the words. However, the reverse is true and speaking out is an indicator of real intent.
Insiders encourages viewers to be alert to those around them, to listen and pay genuine attention.
When asking someone how they are feeling, do not be satisfied with the expected ‘Fine, thanks.’ There are ways to help those who are depressed and help prevent suicide:
- Look for signs of suicidal thoughts such as withdrawing from others, talk of being a burden, talk of feeling trapped, signs or talk of self-harm.
- Tell them you value them and they’re good to have around
- Tell them God made them in his perfect image for a purpose and he loves them no matter who they are, what they have done, or what they think they have done
- Tell them you love them and they have worth
- Show kindness and empathy for their struggles
- Believe them when they say they are depressed
Sarina advises those who are depressed to resist suicidal thoughts and seek healing in Christ, using her own powerful journey of faith. She says: “Forgive those who harmed you, or made you feel unloved or worthless. Forgive, because the act of forgiveness is the greatest prescription for the world.”
*Truth is that we live in a world where unconditional love is scarce. If we can love people unconditionally, just like God loves us, I believe we will be able to help a lot of depressed people.But these days, people are so caught up in their world that they don't have time to pay any attention to their neighbor. It's called selfishness. And because we don't pay attention, we miss those that we ought to help.
Sincerely, God's kind of love is what we need to change our world. Start with the people around you.
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