What are some alternatives to suicide?

Question

My life is a disaster. I'm not supposed to commit suicide, because it either makes me a coward, or it will send me to Hell. What else am I supposed to do? Trust me, things have sucked for years, and they aren't getting any better. So please don't tell me things will get better if I just hang in there. I've considered becoming the town drunk, but I don't like alcohol.

Answer 1

I can totally relate, I once had a therapist tell me I had one of the worst stories she heard in twenty years (thanks allot). That was about ten years ago and things have been really hard since then as well. I have tried everything and nothing worked for years. Now for the first time in my life I am feeling happy to be alive. (hope it lasts)

There is more than one reason why, and I would be happy to share with you if you want to email me.

I also don't want to go into here just how down I have been - for years and years and years.

But to answer your question the only alternative is to NEVER give up!

Answer 2

You need to recognize the problems in your life and try to change them. If it is friends, join a club and get some new ones. If it is your life find the problem and get rid of it. Counseling is good but only you can make the changes. It's not worth committing suicide when all you need to do is put in some effort to understand your life and why you are not happy. Open your mind to all factors, other people and also yourself as if you are emotional to things which are only worth brushing off that would be playing a big part on happiness in your life. There are groups which you can go to to help cope with these problems where you listen to other peoples problems also. This is good as some people find that their life is not that bad after hearing other stories. Basically, you need to find a way to deal with your problems because suicide won't cure them.

Answer 3

Well, you are just going to have hear it.....hang in there. Things do change. Maybe you are not living your life in a way that things can be on the positive, or maybe you are not looking at the positives that are in your life. I don't know enough about you, but do you have children, are you married, are your parents alive, do you work? Sometimes folk have a tendency to just look and dwell on the negatives. As I grew older, I realized that if all I did was connect with the negatives that my life would be one big mess, so I changed my thinking. I began to think about what in my life was good, what made me happy....and your probably saying that nothing is positive in your life, but I have to believe that you are wrong. There is no alternative to suicide, but in my opinion it is a coward's way out.

Answer 4

You may have eternity for eternity. Why rush it? You only have a short time down here.

Things always change. When you feel that bad, you couldn't possibly feel any worse, so either things improve or they go away all on their own.

Don't you want to see how the story ends?

Suicide is murder. That is what the word literally means: the murder of self. You probably would never consider killing someone else so why should it be different when you are the intended victim?

It couldn't possibly be what is meant, or fated to happen. If God wanted you dead, you'd be dead. He doesn't need your help at all.

Please get help. If you are ever inclined to act on this call 911. Please.

Answer 5

GOD, when you need someone to talk to he might not physically be there in person but he's listening. Have you tried seeking help from someone you trust? Maybe even going to a counselor, priest, friend, family member. Please consider other alternatives than suicide. It's not worth it. We're also listening here. Start with what's bad or wrong in your life & think of ways to improve them or find something positive to focus on right now to keep you alive and kicking!

Answer 6

I'm glad you have chosen not to use alcohol to deal with your problems. It doesn't sound like you need to be adding to your troubles. I do believe it is possible for things to get better, but that will not happen unless you make changes. You don't say anything specific about your problems so I can not give you specific suggestion. Make small changes over time. Pick one negative habit and make a concious effort to change it. Start by recognizing when you are doing it. Decide on a change that will be beneficial to you. When you notice you are doing the "bad" behavior switch to the "good" behavior. After a while you will no longer do the "bad" behavior and the "good" behavior will become a habit. Change one habit at a time and give youself a sufficient amount of time to make the change. It may help to speak with a therapist about specific behaviors and solutions. If you make an effort to make positive changes, you will notice that life is getting better.

Answer 7

Life is definitely the alternative to suicide. If you don't like your life, change it. We can change all the areas of our life that make us unhappy, but we can certainly attempt to change those areas that are the most difficult to endure. I suffered from atypical Trigeminal Neuralgia - the most painful disorder known to medial practice. It has an extremely high suicide rate because people can't deal with the extreme pain. I like life, so I did whatever it takes to change that aspect of my life. I had four neurological surgeries in less than a year and a half. It was painful and left me virtually broke, but I am in less pain. I am now able to be active again. What bugs you? What can you do to change it?

Answer 8

You sound like your mind is still clear. There is an insult unto death be ready to survive it. If you have had severe depressions that have had no relief you will get to a psychosis and not function logically. Words can have new meanings and you will lose touch with reality. Each onset will get worse until you find a safe place to heal. You need to escape your depression and bad expectations for life. Find one new friend who is an outcast like you. You will learn why you have been shunned and not feel it was your fault.

Answer 9

OK Ive been where you are now! here is what i did. I found something that i like to do and now life seems the have a meaning. I am not talking about a job or something like that i am talking about something that you really enjoy doing and do it all the time. It don't matter what it is as long as you like it that will make you feel better about your life. I know because i found something i do 24/7 and now i feel as if i have something to live for. And before i did-en have anything at all....I was like you i wanted to die!! But not anymore thinks to my thing i do i feel good about life ...Hope this helps you in some way good luck in you life.. Form the REAL nutcase!!!....PS...NUTS!!!! did i win ...did i win...did i win...!

Answer 10

1. Living.
2. Happiness.
3. Sadness.
4. Charitability.
5. Kindness.
6. Wisdom.
7. Enlightenment.
8. Self improvement. (That too is possible you know).
9. Education.
10. Hot sex.
11. Wealth.
12. A new car.
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