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This is a little on the darker side, I know. But in recent days I've learned that someone I admired committed suicide. No, I did not know them personally, but from what I understand, it was completely unexpected. And, having had my share of death in my life, I can relate to the loss that his friends and family are feeling right now. I'm writing this to point out a crucial fact about life: the person next to you or even the person you love most in your life could be having the same thoughts. They live to make people laugh so that others won't have to feel the way that they feel behind the facade they put on. But sometimes, it just becomes too much for them to handle. They feel as though enough is enough and feel like there is nothing else they can do. And you wouldn't see it until it is too late--not because you weren't paying attention, but because they didn't want you too. It's not your fault, and it's not their fault for thinking the way they do. So be mindful of those around you--and remember to love those around you and let them know it as much as you can. That can make a world of difference. One little word can change their way of thinking and save them from that dark void they find themselves in. I know it did me.

I want to say this now: you are not worthless. You are not a cast out. You are loved and cherished and needed. You help others more than you know, and when you're gone, those people may never function the same. You are important to this world, and never let anyone tell you differently. And if you need someone to talk too, reach out--there's always someone who will listen. If you don't want anyone to know, then call this hotline: 1 (800) 273-8255(U.S.; there is a hotline for every country). They'll listen. They'll talk to you. They will understand and help you. So don't think you're on your own--your not. There are people all around you--just reach out.

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This is a little on the darker side, I know. But in recent days I've learned that someone I admired committed suicide. No, I did not know them personally, but from what I understand, it was completely unexpected. And, having had my share of death in my life, I can relate to the loss that his friends and family are feeling right now. I'm writing this to point out a crucial fact about life: the person next to you or even the person you love most in your life could be having the same thoughts. They live to make people laugh so that others won't have to feel the way that they feel behind the facade they put on. But sometimes, it just becomes too much for them to handle. They feel as though enough is enough and feel like there is nothing else they can do. And you wouldn't see it until it is too late--not because you weren't paying attention, but because they didn't want you too. It's not your fault, and it's not their fault for thinking the way they do. So be mindful of those around you--and remember to love those around you and let them know it as much as you can. That can make a world of difference. One little word can change their way of thinking and save them from that dark void they find themselves in. I know it did me.

I want to say this now: you are not worthless. You are not a cast out. You are loved and cherished and needed. You help others more than you know, and when you're gone, those people may never function the same. You are important to this world, and never let anyone tell you differently. And if you need someone to talk too, reach out--there's always someone who will listen. If you don't want anyone to know, then call this hotline: 1 (800) 273-8255(U.S.; there is a hotline for every country). They'll listen. They'll talk to you. They will understand and help you. So don't think you're on your own--your not. There are people all around you--just reach out.