Posted by toojane on January 31, 2007, at 11:53:46
In reply to Re: 'Not always a cry for help' -, posted by Meri-Tuuli on January 31, 2007, at 11:16:12
Hi Meri-Tulli
> thought it was quite accurate really, well certainly regarding me and my suicidal feelings.For me, I've often said 'I'm going to kill myself' and its pretty much like he says - its about giving back the power of your life to you, because by saying it you're giving yourself control because you can always 'escape' if things get worse or whatever.
I think that is a very common view of suicide. It is also a very personal and private one, a way of negotiating your relationship with what can at times be an intolerable life.But concerning the article though, how does that translate for you in your relationship with any psych professionals? Should you/have you been/are you currently forced into counselling because of your suicidal feelings?
When you say you are going to kill yourself, is that only to yourself or are you saying it to others? Do you think that saying it out loud changes its purpose/meaning?
> I know it gives me courage and control when I say it although I'd never act on it. Anyway.So you never have made an attempt? You struggle with ideation though or don't view it as a struggle because it gives you "courage and control"?
poster:toojane
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