I loss My Friend to SUICIDE This Week

Today my friend took his life. It was his second attempt in about a month, and this time he succeeded. Suicide is never the answer, but some may feel that it is the only way out of their pain, despair, struggles, depression, what have you. I am not a counselor, psychologist, nor mental health expert. I'm just like many of you who have a deep love and concern for our friends who are in need of help. Whether that be from depression brought on by loneliness, self doubt, or any number of other things, we simply care about them. If you are feeling down, I ask you to reach out to someone. Reach out to your pastor, spouse, friend, but also consider seeing a profession. Don't let any stigma or pride keep you from getting help. It's OK to ask for help.