Is killing yourself really that bad?

[bliss]

I'm new here, this is actually my first post so I'm not sure if I'm doing it right, but anyway this is my third time being depressed, and the worst one thus far. I've been depressed since the first week in November, I've been in and out of mental hospitals and now have to go to a stupid day program..but anyway I have tried or attempted 3 times in the last two months, but why are there so many like people, institutions, and professionals working to prevent people from killing themselves???!! I'm not sad, I'm not trying to get back at people, I just feel like I've done my share in the world, and am ready to go.


Is this really a bad thing?

[iJack]

If you do, it will affect everyone you know, love and havent even met. The people who love you, who know you, and possibly your whole town could be affected. I dont think thats what you want, is it?

[Oblivion]

In essence its the instinctual need of survival that makes people attempt to live as long as they can, and help others do as much.
Other than that, have you thought about the affect it will have on others? Honestly it's kind of mean to think only about your own happiness, and your own needs. Family members, peers, teachers, they will all be sad, and wondering how they could have helped make life more enjoyable, so then you would want to live.

[bliss]

well I'm thinking about everyone really, I feel like I will hurt the people I love more and more by just living longer.


I wish I could like just be gone, erased from everyone's memories.

[theOperaGhost]

I agree with Jack. In my opinion, suicide is a very selfish thing. People care about you, whether you know it or not; by killing yourself, you are also hurting them and basically putting them through hell.

[zoig]

well I'm thinking about everyone really, I feel like I will hurt the people I love more and more by just living longer.


I wish I could like just be gone, erased from everyone's memories.

Why will you hurt them by staying? what can you do to prevent this?
If you go you will not be erased from peoples memories you will be burned into it for all time in a very painfull way, this will affect them their whole lives and reflect on all their intrapersonal relationships.

Please tell us why you are feeling so utterly depressed that you have to finish it???
How can you say you have given all you have give at at 19??

If you feel you need to talk in private contact me.

[Cloud]

i got 2 things to say about this

1) hte sanctity of life says all ife is sacred so therefore no earthly being should hve the right to take it. i dont beleieve in much religion apart from this and taking ur own life violates the sanctity of life.

2) suicide may be freedom for you but not for everyone who knows and loves you they have to face epression and grief and a world without you. its hard to cope with death when it is their time so imagine how bad it must e to cope with life cut so short.

[Atonement]

In all reality, you wouldn't know. If you die, you are dead and will never know. BUT, just so you know, as every other person has said, it hurts EVERYONE around you.

Fore-warning, should there be any encouraging of suicide, it will be handled, this thread locked, and member most likely infracted.

[Stark]

You shouldn't kill yourself because your upset, because your family will be upset, and there are ways to get over the depression, so you'll be dead for no reason. But I approve of killing yourself if you have been diagnosed with a medical condition which will be a long and painful death and you want to be put out of your misery.

[Zephyr]

Hunny, life is a gift and should be treated it as such,
Not like some disposable item.
Death is forever.
After death, there's nothing.
Think about that.
Things change.
There's no possible way you can predict your future.
With each new day you have the ability to make things better.
Hard? Yes.
Worth it? Yes.

Life is what you make it for the most part.
Also there is so much more to life than you, or anybody else will ever know,
So get all that you can out of it!

This is coming from experience,
If it wasn't true, I wouldn't be saying it = ]
Feel free to contact me or any other member for help should you need it.

[Φρανκομβριτ]

I actually agree with her. I think that if someone is ready to go and they're positive that's what they want, they should legally be allowed to do it. Unfortunantly, that is not the case. You have many people who love you, and would break their hearts to see you go. Is it worth it?

[AllThatIsLeft]

You say that you hurt people as you keep on living.
But people can get over ANYTHING, except death.
Death is one of those things that the mind accepts but it's truly never over it.
Especially by suicide, suicide raises too many questions. "why did she do it?" "Was it because of me?" "What didn't i do right?" "maybe if i had been a better family member/friend/etc"

It hurts people, marks them, torments them. By killing yourself you are only ensuring their pain.

Life changes, situations change, what one day seems like the worst day of your life, the next may be the best.

By killing yourself, you are depriving the world from yourself. and all those that never met you.

[zoig]

There is a difference between what is legal and what is right.

It might be legal but she should really try to avoid taking that option.

[byee]

Well, I think the inability to really appreciate what others might experience by your actions is a part of your depression and suicidal ideation. You're not thinking clearly. I'm glad all those professionals and programs and meds are there, they can help you better understand things with greater accuracy, so you can respond properly!

I think 'All those people' have a different perspective on these things, they have a bit of objectivity based on training and professional experience. So, while you see your condition as utterly hopleless and yourself as helpless to change it, they see a young, vibrant young person with their whole life ahead of themself. And with the right treatment and a lot of patience and TLC, know that you will, too. What you're experiencing, however painful, really is temporary.

Hang in there, work with the good people who are helping you, and believe in tomorrow.