I wrote an article about Barbara Swanston  3 years ago. Barbara Swanston is a suicide awareness advocate. What she does is as relevant and important today as it was then when it comes to dealing with the suicide of a loved one. How do you talk about the suicide? How do you find closure? Or do…

You might be evolution advanced if you’re suffering with depression. Researchers at the University of Jena in Germany explain depression may be an adaptive behaviour of survival, especially when it comes to letting go of unattainable goals. The one who gives up wins “The one who gives up, wins,” said lead author Katharina Koppe “even if that…

Ways to cope with suicidal thoughts Remember that while it may seem as if these suicidal thoughts and feelings will never end, this is never a permanent condition. You WILL feel better again. In the meantime, there are some ways to help cope with your suicidal thoughts and feelings. If You Have Suicidal Thoughts and…

Coping with suicidal thoughts: the first steps You’re not alone. Feeling suicidal doesn’t mean you’re flawed, crazy, or broken. It means you have more pain than you can cope with right now. Step #1: Promise not to do anything right now Even though you’re in a lot of pain right now, give yourself some distance…

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