I think I'm suicidal...my world is
just falling apart. I have one friend who I can really count
on, but no one else. Please try to save me from myself.
Hold on, babe. I know it’s trite, but
things really do get better. If you need to talk to anyone about
anything at all, you can anonymously call a number of different
toll-free hotlines: Try 800-SUICIDE of 1-800-273-TALK for the
National Suicide Hotline and the National Suicide Prevention
Lifeline, respectively.
Reach out to your friend
Your friend loves you and doesn’t
want to lose you. I’d bet she’d do anything she could to help you
through this difficult time. If you have not yet leaned on her and
told her how you’re feeling, do so now. Remember, even if you think
everyone else is against you, you still have this one lifeline…and
countless others who would hate to see you in pain. Stay connected to
them and know that they need you just as much as you need them.
Ask for help
If you think you can’t trust your
parents, or that they won’t help, it’s time to find an adult who
can. I know it hurts and it’s hard to trust people you don’t know
terribly well, but now’s the time to find faith. Speak to a close
family member, a teacher, a guidance counselor, a member of your
church or youth group, a coach, even your best friend’s parents. No
one wants to see you hurt yourself, so let them help you get the
professional help you need.
You’re not alone
Whatever you’re going through,
remember that you are never without a support system. Even if you
feel like no one cares, somebody is always there watching out for
you. Maybe it’s your English teacher who has noticed that you’ve
been quiet in class lately, your soccer coach who thinks you look a
bit down. Talk to them. They want to help. Even here on
girlslife.com, you can find girls whose (virtual) shoulders are there
to cry on.
Find a happy place
In the meantime, try to do the things
you once loved, whether that’s running through sprinklers or
scribbling in your notebook. Throw yourself into activities that will
distract you from what’s going on at home or at school. Excelling
in something, no matter what that something is, will bring you
immeasurable confidence and self-worth.
Remember, babe: We’re right here
with you.
BY BRITTANY TAYLOR ON 6/4/2011 7:00:00 AM
POSTED IN life, dealing with depression, advice