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Everyone has some idea of what their ideal life looks like
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whether it means affording to travel freely,
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coming home to a loving family,
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or having all the cats and dogs in the world.
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But things are getting harder by the second
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It can be nearly impossible just getting out of bed in the morning.
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Why is it so much easier giving into negativity than it is to get out of it?
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Depression doesn't just weigh down our shoulders,
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it lies,
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often telling us we're not in control of our lives but we are.
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Whatever you're going through, know that it's not always going to be like this.
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Here are 8 tips for dealing with suicidal thoughts.
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1. Don't spend the night alone.
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When you're suicidal it will be tempting to isolate yourself.
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Do you lock yourself in your room,
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shut the blinds and hide underneath your covers?
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The thing about depression is the darkness will welcome you
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but this only makes you susceptible to believe your negative thoughts.
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Watch out for your safety and don't spend the night alone.
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Call up your family,
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friends or lover.
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Tell them how you're feeling.
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If possible, sleeping over at their place is even better,
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having company around can do wonders for you
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because it means keeping those bad thoughts at bay
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or allowing the new environment to boost your mood.
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2. Cut off all ties with toxic people.
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Research shows that keeping toxic people in your life
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isn't just stressful,
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it can actually kill you.
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One study showed that subjects in negative relationships
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had a higher risk of developing cardiac problems.
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If someone is abusing you,
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physically or emotionally,
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please call the police for help.
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Your life might drastically change
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if your family members or partner are the toxic ones
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but realize that they are putting you in more pain than they are supporting you.
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3. Make a list of your accomplishments.
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Hey you,
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yeah you!
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Look at how far you've come.
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Failure can seem like a big slap in the face
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but we often obsess over perfection
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instead of focusing on what we've achieved.
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There's a difference,
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striving for perfection doesn't allow you to be human.
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Embrace your flaws, failures and downfalls
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as much as you appreciate all the milestones you've reached.
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Listen closely to what isn't working
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turn those into lessons and grow resilient.
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4. Practice positive mantras.
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These are otherwise known as coping statements.
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Ending your life will seem like the only option to end your misery
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but nothing lasts forever.
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Practice saying some of these:
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"I will get though this"
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"This is my depression talking, not me"
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" I don't really want to die, I just want the pain to end".
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Stick these to your mirror,
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fridge and carry them wherever you go.
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Let them be friendly reminders to be kind to yourself, you've got this.
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5. Find a therapist.
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Most people shrug this idea off
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because they might not be able to afford it
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but there are options
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especially if you're a student.
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An open mind is what will ultimately get you help.
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Call your insurance company for any insights they might have.
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It never hurts to ask your family doctor too.
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Networks exist for a reason
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and the more professional advice you receive,
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the faster you can find and work with a professional.
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6. If it's urgent, please call the police.
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This won't necessarily stop your suicidal thoughts
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but they will stop from going through with the act.
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From here on out
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they can take you to the ER where you'll be safe.
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We hope you never have to resort to this
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but want to remind you that help is only one call away.
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7. Find out what's hurting you and make changes to it.
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Do you feel stuck at your dead end job?
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Tired of the city you're living in,
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or not sure what about what you're studying in school?
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It's okay to address that you're feeling unhappy
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but don't succumb to helplessness.
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It may take time to find what works for you
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but this is why practice and patience is so pivotal.
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Big projects seem intimidating
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but break them up into smaller tasks
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to make them more approachable.
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Remember,
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as you wait for your miracle
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never stop working on yourself in the meantime.
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8. Whatever you do, please don't lose hope.
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I know it's easier said than done
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but committing suicide will end everything,
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including the amazing days ahead you won't be alive for.
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People usually realize too late while their in the middle of the act
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that every problem they ever faced could've been fixed.
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So please reconsider your health,
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you deserve so much more.
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What do you do to keep going or stay inspired?
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We want you to know that you're not alone
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and we're sending our best wishes your way.
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Thank you as always for watching!
