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how to stave off feeling suicidal
how do i put these thoughts out of my mind when im upset?
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how to stave off feeling suicidal
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BunniekinsSenior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
@MDT as noone so far has written up anything I will tell a secret I have kept for 26 years and it might help. When I had my first child I had post natal depression (I have to be careful here to follow the guidelines) but I was really sick.
There was a time I could have done something that I would have regretted but I sought help straight away and nothing happened everyone was fine. Only I knew of what I had been thinking. My advice is to trust your gut and seek help straight away. Do not leave it until you are sick that you can no longer see reason.
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Unknown userMember
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
Hi @Hansolo01 - i was worried about how low you sounded earlier.. Sometimes i find distraction works, if i can catch myself early enough and get myself motivated to doing something/anything!
There is always the helplines available too. I cant phone them so can only use chat when necessary. I have found the suicide call back line to be more responsive and helpful than lifeline but that is just my experience.
I like @Bunniekins 's advice too about seeking help. could you get an appt with your gp tomorrow for some extra support too?
There is always the helplines available too. I cant phone them so can only use chat when necessary. I have found the suicide call back line to be more responsive and helpful than lifeline but that is just my experience.
I like @Bunniekins 's advice too about seeking help. could you get an appt with your gp tomorrow for some extra support too?
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frogSenior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
@MDT there's this idea in Acceptance Commitment Therapy that I like. It's about turning off the 'struggle switch.' So you don't fight against painful thoughts, but just label them: I'm having the thought that ... e.g. nothing ever changes. Then sometimes it helps to see the thoughts coming and going and knowing that you don't have to act on them. Thinking of you.
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MDTSenior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
Hey @Former-Member and @Bunniekins
Thanks for replying.
If i still feel this bad tomorrow night i might try giving them a call.
I dont want it to effect my eligibility for group support that starts on the 12th because ive been waiting 3 months for that.
I hate telling my folks because they get upset or dunno what to say so i dont bother telling them... but they usually can tell if not good at that point in time.
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MDTSenior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
@frog
Thanks for the bit of ACT
Its a good point to keep in mind
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utopiaSenior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
@MDT
Strong thoughts of suicide are bloody scary. It's at that point, I head to hospital, as I can't trust that I won't follow through. The thoughts and plans are all consuming.
I understand your desire to start your group course. That can be a focal point. Focus on that desire to attend the group.
Use the suicide call back service - to help you through the toughest times.
Speak with your psychiatrist or gp about 'upping' your medication, for the short term.
LifeLine and Mens HelpLine are also available
Strong thoughts of suicide are bloody scary. It's at that point, I head to hospital, as I can't trust that I won't follow through. The thoughts and plans are all consuming.
I understand your desire to start your group course. That can be a focal point. Focus on that desire to attend the group.
Use the suicide call back service - to help you through the toughest times.
Speak with your psychiatrist or gp about 'upping' your medication, for the short term.
LifeLine and Mens HelpLine are also available
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Sans911Senior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
@MDT I'm sorry you're feeling so low that this has become an option for you. That's a scary place I have been many, many times in recent months. I'm not quite sure what you mean by reaching out affecting your eligibility for group support, unless being actively suicidal excludes you. If you need help now, don't sit with these feelings another moment as they can become all consuming. I've used Suicide Call Back Service many times. It doesn't go on your records. They are trained psychologists and counsellors who can just be a voice of reason and can help you work through your feelings. Take care of yourself. Try to self soothe, that is do something nice for yourself, no matter how little. And yes, I learnt through my DBT skills (similar to ACT) that sometimes sitting through those awful feelings, truly feeling their power and pain, actually works and they eventually pass. That is strength in itself.
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MDTSenior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
@Sans911 and @utopia
thanks again
i just want to take it a day at a time..
i need sleep now though so good night
thanks again
i just want to take it a day at a time..
i need sleep now though so good night
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MDTSenior Contributor
Re: how to stave off feeling suicidal
hi
still feel pretty down
but on my way to uni now
still feel pretty down
but on my way to uni now
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BunniekinsSenior Contributor
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@MDT will be thinking of you. Have a good day.
