Tunde sat in his study, crying as he wrote what would be his final epistle, the last testament of his life.
As he wrote, he thought about his life’s journey – all the decisions he had made, and remembered how his life took a negative turn.
As he gathered the pills in his hand, he took a deep breath and muttered, “It could all have been different.”
Tunde thought, if only he had found support earlier. If only he got guidance early enough. If only he could pay more attention to himself, he could have prevented this decision to commit suicide.
As Tunde took the pills, he blamed society and friends for the negligence on their part and hoped his death would be a lesson to them.
As he took his last breath, a tear rolled down his face. He knew at that point that he didn’t want to die. He wanted to live, but alas, it was too late.
There are a lot of people like Tunde who feel that suicide is the end of their pain. People who are aching for someone to notice them and offer them help.
Are you familiar with the word Suicide?
Suicide is the act of intentionally taking or ending one’s own life. It is sometimes seen as a way to escape reality, pain, or freedom.
Suicide has been witnessed amongst many, including the great, and this is to point to the fact that it is not a respecter of persons. Anyone can fall victim.
How Do We End the Cycles of Suicide?
It is vital as individuals to pay attention to people around you, notice their feelings and reach out. That friend who suddenly blocked everyone from their space is actually sending out a cry for help.
That friend sending out suicide messages online is not crazy or acting up. They are communicating a crucial message and need your attention. Don’t dismiss them, lest you want to lose them.
In these high economic times, where many have lost jobs and are barely surviving, have empathy towards those in need of help. Be your brother’s keeper. Together, let’s end the cycles of suicide.
