Want to End it all? Read This if You're Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts

If you're reading this, it's likely because you're in pain... A lot of pain. You're feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, convinced that things will never get better and that killing yourself is the only real solution.

Well, here's the harsh truth... It's not

There are some hard truths that might be difficult to hear, but they’re important. Let’s break down why ending your life is not the solution, no matter how much your mind might be telling you it is.

You Don't Want to Die, You Just Want Your Current Circumstances to Change

Whether your suicidal thoughts stem from trauma, abuse, societal pressures, heartbreak, financial struggles, familial issues, etc.; one thing remains the same and that is the want for your current circumstances to change.

But you've already tried everything and it's still not improving!

You might really feel that way but how true is it really? Let's break it down.

1. Your Thoughts Are Lying to You

Firstly, its important to remember that emotions are a b*tch, and they can easily manipulate our ways of thinking and undermine our rationality which results in us being stuck in a cycle of negative thinking, where we only see the failures, the setbacks, and the disappointments. Suicidal thoughts are lies. They’re your brain’s way of telling you that there’s no hope, no future, and no

point in going on. But that’s not the reality.

When you're in a state of intense emotional pain, your mind can play tricks on you. It can distort your perception of reality, making it seem like things will never get better. But emotions are temporary, even though they can feel permanent. What you’re experiencing right now isn’t going to last forever, even if it feels like it.

You might feel lonely and believe that no one can truly understand you. However, there are countless stories of people who once stood where you are right now, convinced that there was no way out, and yet today they’re living fulfilling lives. If they found a way through their darkest moments, so can you. Don't let your mind and current emotions convince you otherwise.

Yes it will not be easy and will take time, but it's important to remember that everything that is truly good for you requires patience and effort.

2. There Are Other Solutions

When you're suicidal, it can feel like ending your life is the only way to stop the pain. But that's not true. There are other ways to find relief, even if it doesn’t feel like it right now.

What are some of the possible solutions you can work on right now?

There are various steps one could take to alleviate suicidal feelings. Talking to someone can be a lifesaver—literally. Whether it’s a therapist, a friend, or a hotline, getting your thoughts out of your head and into the open can help you see things from a different perspective. There’s a reason why talking about your problems helps: it allows you to process your emotions and get support.

Medication is another option. If your suicidal thoughts are linked to depression, anxiety, or another mental health condition, medication can help stabilize your mood and make life feel more manageable. It’s not a sign of weakness to seek medical help—it’s a sign of strength and self-preservation.

Finally, there’s therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), in particular, is known to be effective in treating suicidal thoughts. It helps you identify and challenge the distorted thinking patterns that contribute to your pain. Therapy gives you tools to cope, manage, and

ultimately overcome the feelings that are driving you to consider ending your life.

If you feel like you're already at the end of the rope, what's the harm in trying these steps? If you don't feel like following these steps or have already taken them to no avail, don't worry, it's not the end. There are other proven ways to help alleviate suicidal thoughts.

3. The Impact on Those Left Behind

Suicide doesn’t just end your pain—it spreads it to everyone who cares about you. Even if you believe that no one will miss you or that people will be better off without you, that’s simply not true. Even with your intense emotions, it is important to think rationally. The reality is that your death will create a void that can never be filled.

The people who love you will carry the burden of your loss for the rest of their lives. They will wonder what they could have done to save you, and they will blame themselves for not being able to prevent it. Grief from suicide is one of the most complicated and painful experiences anyone can go through. It leaves people with questions that will never have answers and a pain that never fully heals.

Your life has value, even if you can’t see it right now. The pain you're feeling is real, but so is the impact your absence would have on the world around you.

4. The Possibility of Change

Life can change in ways you can’t predict. What feels unbearable now might not even matter in a month, a year, or five years from now. People’s lives change in ways they never expected, and that change is always possible for you, too.

Think about people who have survived trauma, loss, or severe depression. Many of them once felt exactly as you do now, but something shifted in their lives, and they’re still here. They found new meaning, new hope, and new reasons to live. That change could happen for you, too—but you have to be here to see it.

You don’t have to know how things will get better; you just need to believe that it’s possible. Give yourself the chance to see how your life might change. Give yourself the chance to experience joy again.

5. Reach Out for Help—Now

If you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts, the most important thing you can do right now is to reach out for help. Don’t wait, don’t second-guess yourself—just do it. Call a friend, a family member, or a suicide hotline.

Here are some resources where you can get immediate help:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (U.S.): 1-800-273-8255

• Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741

• Samaritans (UK): 116 123

• Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14

These services are staffed by trained professionals who can help you navigate what you’re feeling and find a way to keep going.

Remember, asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of strength. It takes courage to admit that you’re struggling and to seek the support you need. And that courage can save your life.

6. You Deserve to Live

No matter what you’re going through, you deserve to live. You deserve to see the future, to experience happiness, and to find peace. Life is full of ups and downs, and while you’re in the depths of a down moment right now, there’s a future where you could be on the upswing.

Don’t let temporary emotions lead to a permanent decision. Don’t let the lies that suicidal thoughts tell you become your reality. Fight for yourself, even if it’s just for another day, another hour, another minute. Keep going.

7. What If You're Still Not Convinced?

If you’re still not convinced, then make a deal with yourself. Give it one more day. One more week. Tell yourself that if things don’t get better, then you can reconsider. But for now, just keep going.

In that time, reach out for help. Talk to someone. Try something new. Give life another chance to show you that it can get better. Your life is worth it. You are worth it.