Posted by SLS on April 17, 2009, at 7:17:11
In reply to NOT losing mind, posted by Deneb on April 16, 2009, at 11:29:30
> OK, my thoughts are silly.
> They are just intrusive thoughts. I have absolutely no intent of dying.
Intrusive thoughts like yours aren't silly. They are very serious.
I know you are not having these thoughts voluntarily, but they are no less real. People do act on intrusive thoughts.
You "told on yourself" by stating to others that you were having thoughts of suicide, intrusive or not. This was the healthiest thing you could have ever done, despite the consequences of having these others become genuinely concerned for your welfare.
If you still intend on going to SF, perhaps you can find a fellow Babbler to buddy-up with for your stay there. You will probably have more fun that way.
- Scott
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