QUOTE=(JD);2963050]Once a person makes up their mind, it really doesn't matter what you say, and as in this case, he didn't end his life after "calling you for help".... if that's what you think he did... he waited. He may have felt you gave him permission so to speak, but you are not at fault imo, in any way. A person doesn't usually reach out for help once they've fully decided imo.

For many people it isn't about those left behind... imo... the thinking is "if those people really cared they WOULD be in" my life.... so why care about them if I'm still suffering... why stick around in suffering when they can't care less about "me"... (this is common thinking which is why I'm posting it.) But yes, those who can keep some type of connection, even if only mental or spiritual, with someone they love... suicide is less likely.

I've always considered suicide an option, and while it's only purpose (the thought) is to help me realize that IF life ever really stayed unlivable, I wouldn't have to put up with it (the pain.) However, it really serves no purpose as an option, and may in fact prevent full acceptance that I'm worth more than that?[/QUOTE]