I Don't Want To Hurt Them
Question
I'm feeling suicidal and I cant tell my parents. I've relied on my friends way too much and I really don't want to bother them anymore, I don't want to hurt them but I don't want to live anymore.
Counselor response
We are glad that you are continuing to reach out for help.
Feeling suicidal is never easy to have to go through and it may seem like things can’t get better, but always know there are other options for you. Like coming here, we are always here to listen and help you process through what you are feeling. Hopefully, talking will help you feel a little bit of relief. Call us at 1-800-448-3000. Don't wait and let's not email back and forth about it. Suicide is much to serious to email about.
Remember, you are very important and you deserve the chance to get these feelings out. Sometimes when we hold these intense feelings in they get harder to manage on our own. Please know it takes great courage to reach out for help and we hope you will continue to express yourself. You aren’t alone through this process and we are happy to help you sort things out. Don’t hesitate in getting in touch with us. Always know we are here to help you in whatever way we can. A counselor is waiting right now to take your call.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Pat, Counselor