Solving Suicide

2. Ten things about suicide you might not know

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There are a lot of misconceptions about suicide and suicidality and the conversation is always changing. So today, I wanted to bring you 10 insights that I have from speaking openly about suicide for the last four years, with both survivors and specialists.


Usual disclaimers apply here: if you are in emotional distress or feeling vulnerable, you may not want to listen since I will obviously be discussing suicidality at length.


However… today’s episode could be weirdly comforting and reassuring for anyone who has felt suicidal in the past and wants to feel a little bit more normal about the whole thing.


In this episode, I’ll talk share:


  • some interesting aspects about all parts of the suicide spectrum (yup, there’s a spectrum)
  • how suicidality affects more people than we realise
  • some of the (dare I say) positives that came from experiencing suicidal feelings
  • busting some myths around suicidality
  • talking about the language around suicide with some recommendations of phrases to use or avoid
  • the need to take the suicide conversation to take it mainstream
  • the importance of distinguishing between mental and emotional health – and how this can help us understand suicidality better


    • Thank you for being here, and I'll catch you next time.


    Alice


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    This episode is brought to you by Dark Coffee – development coaching to get your work and wellbeing working better together so you can feel like a badass in business.

    Host: fAlice Lyons rom Dark Coffee 

    Music: Solving Suicide Theme by Steve Leggett 

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    RESOURCES

    Suicide Support Organisations (UK)

    Samaritans: Confidential suicide discussion and support. Free helpline available round the clock. Text - 116123. Call - 08457 909090 Email -  [email protected]. Website - www.samaritans.org

    Mind: Support and information for anyone suffering from a mental health problem. 0300 123 3393 Website - Mind.org.uk

    Saneline: Practical information, crisis care and emotional support to people affected by mental health concerns. Helpline: 0845 767 8000, open daily from 6pm – 11pm.

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