How to break negative thought loops
We all worry at times, but what should you do when your thoughts spiral out of control into a negative thought loop?
Read moreTalking about suicide to someone and sharing your suicidal feelings can be very difficult. You might feel that it is easier to keep it to yourself rather than taking the risk of telling someone. However, if you choose the right person, someone you trust, then talking with them about how you are feeling can help.
Talking about suicide to someone and sharing your suicidal feelings can be very difficult. You may be worried that you will be told to stop overreacting, or that such thoughts are a sign of weakness. You might feel embarrassed or ashamed. You might feel that it is easier to keep it to yourself rather than taking the risk of telling someone.
However, if you choose the right person, then talking with them about how you are feeling will usually help.
It is important to choose someone who you can trust and who you can be honest with. It can be a friend or family member, a doctor, health professional or someone else in your life who you feel comfortable with.
You can also talk to a counsellor on a helpline such as the Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467, which is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Be clear and honest with them about all of the things that are troubling you, including your suicidal thoughts and feelings.
Begin by talking to someone about what’s stressing or upsetting you, let them know how you’ve been struggling and how you’re feeling.
Listed below are some ideas to get you started, which you can adapt to use in your own words. This can be a difficult conversation to start, take your time so you are comfortable and ready.
When talking about your thoughts about wanting to end your life or hurt yourself to a health professional, it is important to let them know whether you have:
Telling a health professional this information is an important part of making sure you get the right support to help you through these stressful times. Talking about suicide can be hard, but it is important to get support for yourself at this difficult time.
For more information, see Accessing professional support and Helping yourself when you are suicidal.
If you are in immediate danger, or concerned for your safety in any way:
If you are feeling suicidal and need someone to talk to, call the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467 to speak to a counsellor.
If it is an emergency, please call 000.
We all worry at times, but what should you do when your thoughts spiral out of control into a negative thought loop?
Read moreA suicide safety plan can help to keep you safe when you are low or feeling suicidal. Your safety plan will remind you of reasons to live and connect you with the people and services who can help during the tough times, giving you some perspective when you’re feeling low.
Read moreFeeling suicidal can be an overwhelming and painful experience, but it is not something you have to bear alone. Asking for help is an important step towards getting the professional support you need.
Read moreTalking about suicide to someone and sharing your suicidal feelings can be very difficult. You might feel that it is easier to keep it to yourself rather than taking the risk of telling someone. However, if you choose the right person, someone you trust, then talking with them about how you are feeling can help.
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