Stay

So many times I have written about this, but it is so very important too. It seems like every day I read about someone else taking their own life. The pandemic has certainly contributed to the feeling of despair and now the war in Ukraine is most definitely adding to that. Folks have all kind of problems too like money and health and job security. DON'T GIVE UP THOUGH!

There is always reason to stay. There is always reason to keep on living. If you need some help, ask. Reach out. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 is a good place to start.

Suicide is preventable. There is no guarantee that we will save everyone, but we have to at least try. All lives are precious, and nobody should feel that things are hopeless or that they are all alone. If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741-741. Call that same number if you are concerned about a friend or anyone in your life. They can help.

The CDC also has an excellent website available at https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/ and your own personal physician or clergyperson can help too.

Again, Please make note of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Make a difference. Save a life. If you need help or know someone who does, call. Remember you don't have to be alone and someone is always listening.