By: Stan Popovich
You are a firefighter and you are the end of your rope,
and you can't take it any much longer. You are suffering from anxiety,
depression, guilt or some other fear-related issue and you feel there is no
hope. Although things may seem difficult suicide is not the answer to your
personal struggles.
Here are six
reasons why suicide is not the solution to your problems.
1. Things Change
Over Time.
Regardless of your situation, things do not stay the
same. You may feel very bad today, but it won't last forever. Remember this
fact: Regardless of your current situation, everything changes over time. This
includes your current situation. Nothing remains the same forever.
2. There Are Always Other Options...
Always
You may feel lost and confused, but the answers to your specific problems are
out there. The key is that you have to find the answers. The answers to your
problem will not come to you. As mentioned before, the first step in finding
the solution to your problem is to seek help from a qualified professional.
3. You Can't Predict The Future
You are fearful, confused and do not know where to turn. You think that there
is no hope for you. When you are in this situation, remember the 99 percent
rule. The 99 percent rule states that no one can predict the future with
100 percent certainty. Even if the thing that you are afraid of does happen,
there are circumstances and factors that you can't predict which can be used to
your advantage.
For instance, you miss the deadline for a project you
have been working on for the last few months. Everything you feared is coming
true. Suddenly, your boss comes to your office and tells you that the deadline
is extended and that he forgot to tell you the day before. This unknown factor
changes everything. We may be 99 percent correct in predicting the future, but
all it takes is for that 1 percent to make a world of difference.
4. Focus On The
Facts of Your Situation and Not Your Thoughts
When people are depressed they rely on their fearful, depressing, and negative
thoughts. That is a huge mistake. Your fearful thoughts are exaggerated and are
not based on reality. When you are depressed, focus on the facts of your
current situation and not on what you think. Do not assume anything regarding
your current situation. Seek help from a professional immediately.
5. Go To The
Hospital Immediately When It's That Bad
If things are so bad that you are unable to function, drop everything and go to
your local hospital or crisis center immediately. The people there will take
care of your situation right away.
6. No Situation Is
Hopeless
Your loved ones, friends, relatives, God, mental health counselors, priests,
ministers, etc. are all good sources of help. They are all willing to help you
and they can make a difference, but you must be willing to take advantage of
this help. Regardless of your situation, take advantage of the help that is
around you. Remember: Every problem has a solution. You just have to find it.
BIOGRAPHY:
Stan
Popovich is the author of “A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear”. For more information about Stan and to get
some more free mental health advice, visit Stan’s
website at http://www.managingfear.com/