I’m one for being completely against the act of suicide. I believe that there isn’t anything that can happen in someone’s life that is so awful that will push them to suicide. I’m not saying that it shouldn’t be taken seriously; I do think it’s absolutely tragic when it does happen and there’s obviously something going on that needed to be addressed. However, the act of suicide is never completely justified in my opinion. And I’m not saying anyone is truly to blame for this, it’s not someone’s fault if it happens to a loved one, but I just stick to the idea that nothing in life is worth getting so upset over to end one’s life. There are always other resources that are readily available to those in need that could reach out and help them before it’s too late. The upsetting part of the idea of suicide is the fact that seems to go unnoticed too often. The warning signs seem obvious, but they are also easily hidden. The most recent cases of suicide I’ve heard the most are ones among younger teens who are pushed to their breaking point, breaking their spirits and who they really are. I think this is one of the biggest reasons why I want to work with kids as my career and even my job now babysitting. I want to be in a position to build kids up and show them that just their mere presence on earth makes such a huge difference. Young kids and teens need this encouragement to reduce the risk of them taking their own lives and robbing themselves from experiencing life and all it has to offer.
I also think that the idea of suicide, along with many other serious issues, isn’t really taken seriously anymore. People just throw it around like it’s a huge joke, whenever the smallest inconvenience comes around for them, some people just throw it was out of proportion and say they’re going to kill themselves. I think it’s so ridiculous, I mean come on now, grow up! If you’re not mature enough to handle the situation you’re in, you shouldn’t have gotten yourself into it anyway. Suicide isn’t something that be messed with, and I think it’s not taken as seriously as it should when people throw it around like its’ some big joke. The more people play around with the idea of suicide, the harder it seems to become for other people to catch the real threats and signs of someone who is truly suffering. It also makes some people hesitant to reach out to those who show signs of suicide since there almost seems to be no way to tell if one is genuinely in need of help or just kidding. I also think that those who really need the help aren’t willing to let it be known so they can get the appropriate help they need for whatever reason they have. They are very conservative and resistant to getting help and treatment can’t reach them until it’s too late, which I think is the biggest tragedy of all.
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I completely agree with your view on suicide, I do not think that it accomplishes anything but at the same time I hate to put anyone down for feeling that way or attempting such a thing because I can relate to many of the feelings that many have felt when they have tried something like that and all I can think of is that in those situations you have to just hold on until life gets better, because I really do believe that eventually it does. It does seem as you say that many suicide cases we have been hearing about lately have to do with teens and for me this makes sense because when you are young everything seems so important and out of your control and you are always just looking for some kind of control over your life and your feelings. I have even heard about this new trend where young people are hanging themselves to the point of passing out just to achieve a high and I heard in the news that this young guy actually killed himself accidentally doing this and it just seems really sad that people are even taking suicide to a casual level. So I really agree with you about people not taking it serious and it should be something that should be taken serious.
ReplyDeleteI had a hard time understanding how you were pointing out your actions towards suicide. I understand that you are against suicide. I also understand that there is no one to blame. However, I do not understand when you explain the detail of suicide being a huge joke, and at the same time you say, “Grow up”. This statement is unclear and can cause many different affections and understandings. I feel like if you are taking this topic as a joke, no offense, but this suicide topic is a huge deal. It is occurring daily and many times it is not addressed. Everyone has troubles in this world. Yet, we don’t all work them out the same way as you do. This is why I do not understand when you said, “If you’re not mature enough to handle the situation you’re in, you shouldn’t have gotten yourself into it anyway.” I feel you are very dysfunctional with the way you responded. Any single situation you set yourself in can make a dramatic change that no one ever expected. With this quote I get the understanding that you are basically blaming the one who committed suicide for setting their act where they weren’t suppose to.
ReplyDeleteI really liked reading your blog. And I agree with your views on the issue of suicide. I really can't see where something as serious and detrimental as suicide could be justified. I agree with you. I don't see any case so hopeless that it would give a person a reason to give up and just end their life. Of course life is not always easy for us, but any situation can be worked out. And time heals many wounds. I think that it is very good of you to take such an interest in children. And wanting to instruct them in a good and positive way. These sorts of problems are attacking the younger generations at younger and younger ages so it seems. It would be a great help, I think, for more people to take the time to help people especially at those crucial stages of adolescence. Wow, that is really true what you said, about how the issue of suicide really isn't taken as serious as it should be. Sadly, I've found myself joking about the very same thing. I think that it is important that we keep in mind the seriousness of the matter at hand.
ReplyDeleteI agree that suicide is not taken seriously anymore. People joke about it and it sickens me because it is a serious issue in the world, and making jokes about it is immature and disrespectful. I think that suicide awareness should be taught in the schools, it would help teach the children and young adults about the issue and how many people it effects. I think when young children think about it they beleive they are the only one it will harm, and by teaching them that everyone is affected by it then maybe they would think twice about it. Also, the fact that people do not take a suicide threat seriously really bothers me. I don't think it is something to joke about and even if you are not sure if the person is for real you should also make sure and take it seriously. I don't understand suicide either, I know there are things that I cannot imagine living through or with but I don't think anything justifies taking your own life. There is always help. I think a lot of people don't take the time to think about all the options or even know about all of them for that matter. Suicide is something that can effect a lot of people and it is so very selfish.
ReplyDeleteI really appreciate your view on how lightly the idea of suicide is taken anymore, I had not thought of that, but I completely agree. I know that irks me too, personally, whenever something goes wrong and someone just offhandly says "I'm gonna kill myself". Thats not needed. Even if it is meant as a joke, it is never appropriate to say. Not only is it making light of a heavy situation, it is also sending mixed messages, to the point that someone could think you are serious even. As I say this even I realize that I sometimes think these sort of thoughts myself, not really paying attention, and I know I need to change that right not. It is not something I particularly voice, but it is an errant thought that occurs, and that in itself must be stopped.
ReplyDeleteI also agree with you that while it seems like the warning signs should be obvious, but really, they are often missed. For instance, some people I have talked to who have seriously contemplated or came close to commiting suicide, some of these people I never would have guessed their life had gotten to the point. It just scares me that something so big can go by so easily and unnoticed until it is too late.