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Originally Posted by SubliminalThoughts
Whenever things get too much or I worry about things I always tell myself its ok because suicide is always an option. This does help me calm down. Would this be something to be really worried about? Anyone else do this?
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If you read this section enough you will find it is very common.
I don't think about it much unless i am very severely depressed. Then I have used it as a comfort and coping mechanism. Knowing I have options and an escape hatch is comforting. I've even used it to get myself to sleep.
Of course it is something to worry about because it says I am depressed or not coping very well. I told my therapist about it and she was impressed I was aware of what was going on. I knew i wouldn't act on it but was using it as a comfort.
She is always talking about when you feel trapped and feel like you have no control that you have to realistically look at your choices. We always have choices. They may not be the greatest or most ideal choices but realizing we have them is empowering and gives you a sense of having some control of your life again. Of course she wasn't talking about suicide. But I guess it could apply.
Even if we know that is what we are doing it is still worrying and means we need some help.