Posted by kelly on November 12, 1999, at 16:34:26
In reply to Re: tring to die!!!!!, posted by Noa on November 9, 1999, at 7:04:35
> Kelly, I know that when you feel the way you do, it is hard for anyone to convince you to try to live, rather than trying to die. I, too, was ready to check out just a couple of months ago. Felt like I had had enough, and it would never get better. It did get better, I changed, upped my meds. Now, it is hard again, and the suicidal feelings are hovering around the edges for me, but I am buoyed by the support, encouragement, and information I get here at Babble. I am not ready to give up without trying to find what will work for me. The thing is, finding the right "formula" of medications, therapy, social support, etc. can be really tough, and the "formula" is unique for each individual--each time one of us seeks it and finds it, it is a brand new creation, discovery, invention. It can take a long time, for some. The key is determination to take charge and push ahead, not stop and be complacent with what is presented to you. If the obvious remedies don't work, we and only we, are the ones who have to make the choice to keep searching.
> Don't choose death, please, Kelly, don't choose death. Perhaps when I say this I am talking to myself as much as to you, but I want you to hang out with us here for a while and see if we can help each other. You made a good step by expressing your feelings to us. That is a sign that at least a small part of you is trying to live, trying to fight the desire to die. Lets support that part of you and make it stronger.If you want to know why i feel this way look at the new thread.
kelly
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