What Do You Do To Prevent Self-Inflicting Death [POSSIBLE TRIGGER WARNING]

[Cosmic Moonlight]

Just having one of those days. Please look at the title if you suffer the same thing as me. I need answers but at the same time I dont want this to be a reason for somebody else to feel this way

Oh and why dont I see anybody? The mental health services in Jersey (Channel Islands) sucks and when I go online about it they never give you a straight forward answer but a massive essay which is so not approachable to read in these circumstances.

Sorry if this thread is a little too far, it can be locked if necessary

 

[visibleghost]

depends on the kind of suicidal feelings i'm having but honestly i just suffer through it. i try to not choke to death from anxiety, and i just sit there trying to distract myself which never works really but Uh Well

if you are at serious risk of hurting yourself you should call an emergency number and get yourself hospitalized (that's always what my therapist and doctor tells me but i would never do that, so uh not Great advice.)

for me the fact that it's really hard for me to physically go through w/ it makes it easier-ish?? i guess?? i mean, i'm on suicide watch and idk but yyyeah obviously if dangerous stuff is too far away or you can't get out of the house your options are a lot more limited lmaoo

 

[Fleshy]

Like visibleghost said, it depends what type of suicidal feeling you have and how intense they are. If you feel like distractions will work, then try to find something that will distract yourself. I'm hypocritical as hell by posting this, because I don't ever do any of this but honestly sitting at home all day online might seem like fun and cool and stuff but it can quickly leave you feeling seriously depressed and isolated (if you're doing that, that is). If you can, going out is usually always a good thing, if you have any nice nature, or anywhere at all that's nice to walk in, take some music and walk, take in all the beauty, even take a book with you and find a nice, isolated place to sit and read. Sometimes appreciating that small things can make people feel a little better. Also connecting with people to distract yourself is a good idea if you can, be that family or friends. Find a hobby/learn something new or plan something exciting, by planning something exciting in the future (even a trip away, 2 years in advance) can help make people feel like they have something to live for.

Emergency contacts are also there if you feel like there's an immediate and serious risk to yourself, in most places you can check yourself into a mental health ward (or have someone else do so) if you think it'll help you. There's also numbers you can call just to talk, if you're young childline are also usually willing to listen, just look for said numbers and you'll find some. I also know there's a few online chat versions but I can't seem to find them, anyone know what they are?

 

[Xara]

When I have suicidal thoughts (which has become much more often), I try my best to distract myself. I'll watch something, or I'll listen to music or I'll read or play animal crossing...if none of that works, I might even try to have a nap, to escape the world for a while.

I'm not the best person to give advice, since I tried to off myself a few weeks ago by taking a bunch of pills, so I guess this might make me a hypocrite...but if you're seriously considering harming yourself, I suggest you talk to someone who knows you irl, knows you personally, and can help you...call an emergency number if you have to.

I know what it's like to have one of those days, but they're just days. Days aren't permanent. Everyday ends eventually, they aren't permanent, but suicide is. Try to hang in there, okay? It'll be alright.


I suck at this im sorry

 

[Oblivia]

While I do feel that this topic is a bit heavy for TBT, I don't want to close this if anyone here is able to help you or offer you advice. I won't claim to fully understand what you're going through but there definitely are resources out there that can help when you're having a rough time emotionally, which I'll link below. Hopefully you're able to find the help you need regardless of which path you opt to take, and I wish the absolute best for you.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Support Hotline: 1-866-427-4747

I've also heard great things about 7 Cups. It's 100% free, available 24 hours a day, and allows you to chat live with a trained counselor or therapist.

Best of luck with everything. I hope you feel better soon.

 

[LinkToTheWorld]

Seeing somebody doesn't always work though, does it?
I've been to see somebody for every s*** thing that's happened to me, currently seeing somebody because I have a very rare debilitating autoimmune disease. Really changed my life and unfortunately it's life limiting. Talking about it just doesn't help.
I'm on good medications which do make the world look a bit brighter, I had a really bad day yesterday though. When I get like that I tend to just go to sleep as soon as possible.
Other than that, I've not found a method to properly help....

Just edited that. Honestly, if you need to talk or want to, I can listen better than I can chat

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Sorry that I'm not great at helping it's so hard, isn't it...
If you do want to chat, just pm me, anytime