“There are far, far better things ahead than anything we leave behind.” — C.S. Lewis
“There are far, far better things ahead than anything we leave behind.” — C.S. Lewis
Even in societies where suicide is illegal or culturally taboo, people still take their own lives. However, for every person who dies by suicide, there are many more who experienced suicidal thoughts or urges but ultimately obtained help and support, and did not end their lives.
For some, suicidal feelings can feel all-consuming, with no apparent way out. In the depths of despair, death may seem the only solution, and the intensity of these suicidal impulses should not be underestimated - they are real, powerful, and immediate. But it's crucial to remember that suicidal crises are often temporary, even if they don't feel that way in the moment.
Suicide is frequently a permanent response to a temporary problem. When we're depressed, our perspective narrows to the present moment, causing us to lose sight of the fact that things can and do get better with time and support. In fact, the vast majority of people who once contemplated suicide are now grateful to be alive, realizing they didn't truly want to end their lives, but rather to end their pain.
The most important step is to reach out and talk to someone. Suicidal individuals should not try to cope alone. Talking to family, friends, a doctor, or a mental health professional can provide immense relief and connect people to the help and resources they need. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Time is a critical factor in overcoming suicidal thoughts, but what happens during that time also matters greatly. When someone is feeling suicidal, they should talk about their feelings immediately, without delay. Suicide prevention hotlines and other crisis resources are available 24/7 to provide support, suicide awareness and connect people to help.
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MAtES is the acronym for Mississippi Alliance to End Suicide.
We, as peer to peer advocates, exist to be proactive in the fight to end suicide through the continuum of prevention, intervention and postvention.
We are a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization which undertakes the challenge of addressing suicide prevention, intervention and postvention with the people within our communities of Mississippi. We will accomplish this with partners, sponsors, organizations, communities, families, and individuals who share our vision and passion for helping to end these preventable deaths and the striking pain they leave behind. We will work to educate, serve, and bring awareness to our communities through a framework of peer advocacy. We will work diligently to meet the goal of ending suicide. We will succeed when we operate as a team within our Mississippi communities with those who share the same cause to end suicide.
Please call or text the numbers below. They are available 24/7 everyday.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline #988 call or text
If you are a VETERAN - please call or text #988 then press 1
Crisis Line - 601-713-HELP (4357)
If immediate help is needed, they will forward you to get immediate help.
The Trevor Project Lifeline - 1-855-488-7386 or text START to 678-678 24/7 Suicide Hotline for LGBTQ youth.
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DISCLAIMER
This website offers educational resources to help identify and respond to potential suicide risks. However, it is not a replacement for professional medical or psychiatric diagnosis and treatment. Individuals experiencing a suicidal crisis require the services of qualified mental health providers. If unsure, always refer someone to a professional for further assessment.
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