Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts

Sometimes we self harmers need to make lists for ourselves. You know those people that tell you not to live for simple things or other people? Fuck all of that. Sometimes we need to live for others or things because we can't live for ourselves alone. So what you do is simple yet difficult in moments. Make a list of all the things you feel the need to stay for. This can include events, people close to you, pleasures you have in life, things to look forward too etc. It can be even as simple as saying you need to be around for the next concert of that favorite band or that next exciting event or even a good date. Doesn't matter how small it is, it counts I those dark times. If you need a ear to listen please pm me, I've struggled with self harm for 16 years now.

For me it’s always been about staying here for other people. It has always been just enough to keep me here. But I found something that truly changed my life, as cliche as that is. It’s about purpose and meaning. Feeling like I have some purpose on this world keep me here, and meaning makes it feel worth it. I don’t feel that all the time, I still struggle, but it is something that has changed my outlook on life. Also, ‘the question is not what we expect from life but what life expects from us.’ I hope that is helpful. I recommend reading man’s search for meaning. There are always reasons to stay, you just have to realize them. I am glad you are alive and that you are reaching out and talking about what you are struggling with

Its ok to have those thoughts just know that they wont last forever. Just know that your strong and your loved.