Posted by cubic_me on February 8, 2007, at 11:05:39
In reply to Re: Selfish or pain is pain is pain ***trigger*** » cubic_me, posted by one woman cine on February 8, 2007, at 10:36:27
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> the stopping treatment metaphor for an illness means biology will take its natural course and death will ensue - there is nothing one needs to do.
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> Suicide is an event though, the person must take action to end their life. It doesn't happen passively.
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> That is a big difference.Yes, I can see the difference. Although in my post I mentioned that to me someone actively taking their own life due to pysical or psychological pain are similar to me, as well as them choosing to stop treatment for an illness.
> & yes, this subject is close to my heart and yours as well - I took no offense. Please be well and take care.I didn't take any offense at all, it think it's good to have discussion.
In response to your other post, I think the reason why I'd say to 'get help, hold on' etc is that for me to think suicide is ok for a person to choose, they'd have to make the decision to do it inspite of all the help and support offered. I know that isn't the same as everyone who posts supportive messages though.
I have to go for today, but it's nice to see everyone's opinions on such a sensitive topic.
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