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Anonymous
June 24th, 2018 10:11am
It's not suicide you feel. It's the need to end the suffering, pain. So most go with the option to end their lives. But trust me, there are ways to ease that pain if not fully recover. Try them. Life's worth livin'.
Ofcourse not! Sucide means an end to your LIFE. Every problem has a solution and you can't do anything when you're dead.
Anonymous
June 21st, 2018 12:38am
The word normal carries a connotation and not being "normal" can often be perceived as bad. However, thinking about suicide daily is not healthy. It is a sign of depression or another mental illness. I'd talk to a doctor, counselor, or trusted person (who is an adult) right away.
It is can be considered "normal" in a sense of someone who has reoccurring thoughts of suicide. However, you should tell someone about these thoughts because you may be a danger to yourself. Suicidal ideation can be both passive and active, it's important to get information, know yourself, and reach out for help if needed.
If you are dealing with suicidal thoughts, please call 911 or bring yourself/have a friend or family member bring you to the emergency room. There are also suicide lifelines you are able to call.
Anonymous
April 22nd, 2018 9:33pm
No. Please reach out for help. It can be hard, but getting help can really help you turn your life around.
I believe that normal varies for everyone, we all have ups and downs. I don't think that thoughts of suicide on a regular basis point to good health, and would likely signify a chemical imbalance and that effects overall health. Health is all encompassing and should include mental health addressed with physical health, and with professionals that you without a doubt trust. If are having these thoughts daily, try seeking out a mental health professional to help you get to the roots of the problem.
Anonymous
September 12th, 2020 6:24am
No, it's not normal at all. If you are thinking about it everyday. That means you have started to dying from inside. And that you are in a position where you are stuffering from severe depression. Talk about it to someone who can understand you. Get some medical help because it is not normal at all. Life is a very precious thing. You can not lose it like this. Please, it is high time you get up and get some help because you need it badly. Before you take any wrong step. Prevent it from happening. Save yourself and your life.
Thinking about it everyday is not something usual to do. If you are going through a hard time, it may just be a sign of exhaustion, depending how long you have been thinking about it. Thinking about it everyday can be dangerous :) Try talking to a therapist here, they can tell you more.
Anonymous
January 3rd, 2018 1:26pm
I believe suicidal thoughts are made because that person can't find the guidance and answers. I believe it is normal if one is stuck in a situation like that.
In some situations, thinking about rest like that is understandable at times. But if you're thinking about it every day that's something that most clinicians would call worrisome, even alarming. Are you making specific plans? That's another big step toward "it's time for a professional," from the research I've done and counselors I've spoken with.
*But* you shouldn't worry about whether it's normal or average according to 'everyone' but whether it's normal for *you.* If it's becoming an every day concern and worry, that's reason enough to reach out to a professional and see how they can help. They don't judge, they listen with compassion and try to find all of the ways to help you that they can.
Maybe not normal, but these thoughts may not be as uncommon as you may think. Thinking about suicide without any intention or plan is a coping skill for dealing with strong emotions. If you are thinking about suicide every day you should seek out professional help. Meeting with a general practitioner or finding someone within your community is a good starting point. You do not have to deal with this by yourself. Please reach out and receive the support you need. You matter and you do not deserve to suffer through these thoughts alone.
Use these resources for further anonymous support.
The crisis text line: 741-741
National Suicide Prevention: 1 800 273 8255
7cups.com/crisis
Anonymous
November 17th, 2017 2:45pm
It is not healthy to think about suicide everyday. It can mean that someone doesn't want to terminate his/her life, but just wants to stop to feel the way he/she feels. It is important to talk to someone who can help and to try to be oriented on a solution that is constructive.
Anonymous
November 10th, 2017 5:55am
No, if you are thinking about suicide everyday I believe you should be inpatient or seeking extensive psychological help.
Thinking about suicide regularly (or even irregularly) is nothing to be ashamed of, but it is not normal. It's also no way to go through life. Please talk to someone about how you are feeling.
Anonymous
July 24th, 2017 3:35am
No, it is not normal to think about suicide every day. Although if you do happen to find the idea of your own death drifting through your mind frequently, you're not weird or alone, you're simply sick. I encourage every single person who is contemplating suicide to reach out, even if it's the last thing you want to do, because your life is so precious! I don't think anyone truly wants to die, I think everyone simply wants life to get better, and sometimes death seems like the last option, but it's not!! Please reach out to anything and anyone you can (including but not limited to 7 cups listeners & therapists), because it's not normal to think about suicide every day, and you deserve help and happiness.
It is normal to think about suicide and what would happen if you weren't there. The National Suicide Prevention Hotline can help you overcome those thoughts. But, it is when the thoughts become distracting, or you genuinely want to kill yourself that thing become an emergency.
Though it may be something many people experience, this isn't something that I want to consider 'normal'. Suicidal thoughts can be very harmful and if it's something you're experiencing daily then it may be best to reach out for some help. You don't need to be in that much pain all the time. I promise it can get better if you decide that's what you want.
There is a difference between thinking about it and thinking about "doing" it. Thinking about it may be when you are thinking about how people do it and why. But thinking about suicide is not something to do. Whether it is normal or not is debatable because wanting to escape is common. But, it is not right. Life is about living and not giving up. If you are considering suicide, try talking to someone who would be understanding and who you feel would help you feel better.
Anonymous
June 2nd, 2017 11:23pm
Depending on your situation it can be more normal to think about suicide every day, but not act upon it. A lot of people are unhappy with their lives and think about suicide because of it, but plenty of people think about suicide and realise they want to change their lives around, so that will pass.
Anonymous
April 29th, 2021 4:26pm
NO, it is not. You should be able to see the beauty of each day, be grateful for another day added to your life. You should be able to look in the mirror and appreciate the fact that you are beautifully and wonderfully made. You should be good to yourself. You should love yourself. Seek for the truth with everything that is within you and use your energy by searching for the truth instead of trying to harm yourself. Find out first what you will discover in eternity before dreaming/contemplating suicide. I was there once, wanted to end it all but the fear of the Lord ( and His command, You shall not murder) made me reconsider. I am glad I did. Life is worth living. You are immensely precious.
If you mean "common", then YES! Normal is subjective, for someone with depression, yes that would be normal, but it might not be for someone else. But in any case, it is extremely normal, to the point where a majority of people go through thoughts of suicide for stretches at a time, some longer than others.
Maybe not normal, but understandable if you're experiencing symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. The best thing to do is to surround yourself with distractions - take the dog for a walk, review old scrapbooks or photo albums, etc. Sooner or later, you'll recognise what triggers your thoughts and become used to 'heading it off at the pass' so to speak.
Obviously if you feel you are in real need of assistance or someone to talk to outside of what we can offer here on 7 Cups then you should try the suicide prevention website and relevant hotline - head over to suicide.org.
Suicide is the ultimate hopeless act. I think of suicidal thoughts the same way I thought when I thought that my friends weren't playing fairly. Normal is seeing all the alternatives. I think it's a decision you make with your team. As long as there is rational hope suicide is not a rational thought..
Anonymous
September 14th, 2015 12:23am
No, it is not normal to be thinking about suicide everyday, try getting professional help about that.(:
No! Under no circumstances is contemplating or merely giving a thought about taking one's life okay in the slightest, let alone daily! Whoever can genuinely ask this question should vigorously seek help.
Anonymous
August 9th, 2016 3:39pm
It's very common for people to think about suicide every so often, especially in hard times, but not daily. This is a sign of depression, and you should definitely talk to someone about it.
Anonymous
July 7th, 2017 12:36pm
No, it is good sign at all. It is not normal to think about that. You need to get professional help if you are thinking that suicide is normal thing.
Anonymous
September 29th, 2016 10:53am
It is not normal to think about suicide everyday. Anyone who goes through that everyday needs help..
Anonymous
January 8th, 2022 7:00am
I am no therapist but as far as I know, suicidal thoughts everyday is not to be considered healthy. It may mean that you’re going through something more mentally and should seek help of a professional. If you are having these thoughts seriously and may even intend to take action I highly suggest seeking help. But no I don’t think it’s normal to think about suicide everyday. Sometimes even I occasionally wonder but I intend on taking no action so but otherwise it’s a serious thing. You may be going through some mental disorders and it’s good to recognize those as soon as possible and to seek help.
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