Sad day for me

[Den Socling]

A person's mind can go all haywire! Thinking that today is horrible even if your mind doesn't know why. Thinking that tomorrow is going to be worse even when the mind doesn't know why. Thinking that you hate your own mind for making you feel this way and wanting to destroy the monster inside of you. That's at least one reason people commit suicide.

[barbender]

I've been in a place where, if it weren't for the fact that I didn't want to hurt my family (who had already lost their other son) and if I thought it would just be lights out and nothing on the other side, I would have taken my own life. I had developed a severe case of depression and anxiety, it becomes a living hell and you can't get away from yourself. I've heard it said that a person would gladly trade broken bones or other severe injury to escape depression, I can second that because I know I would have.

[red]

This happens to all economic levels . The pastor Rick Warren lost his 27 year old son to suicide .  That was the first time I heard someone say it was a permanent solution to a temporary problem.  Yes drugs and alcohol are self medication and mask the real problems.  Fear can really help , but being Fearless in this situation is not good.  Professional counselors and doctors are needed . I have said many times that Tough times don't last but Tough people do . This really has nothing to do with strongarm toughness.  DBSA is a program for people to talk close to AA groups. There are DBSA groups for Family members too . Again this is something for Doctors and Counselors. Thoughts and Prayers to all .

[Corley5]

Professional Drs and counselors are definitely needed.  My BIL and his parents sought spiritual guidance through there pastor who took charge, played God, and my wife's brother is now dead.  The man should have had sense enough to realize that Michael's needs were beyond anything he as a clergy man could treat.  He should have recommended medical treatment.

[Woodhauler]

Sorry I brought these sad memorys back for people. Sometimes its better to talk about it .Going down Saturday to the remeberance gathering.

[dukndog]

Never be sorry. I think of my son every day and enjoy sharing his short life with others. That brings me peace and reverence.

Hope all goes well tomorrow on the memorial and just remember to hug his parents. That helps more than you will know!

Rich Miller