Why I'm Glad I Didn't Succeed At Ending My Life
Arthur Gallant
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Posted 09.08.2012
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Canada Living
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My suicide attempts were five years apart and each time I felt emotional pain that was too deep to describe. To me, ending my life was the only way to solve my problems which I've learned is not the case. There's a classic saying that goes, "Live everyday as if it's your last." While mental illness and suicide are very challenging topics, we need to treat those around us as if today is their last day too -- with love and respect.
