Why Do People Commit Suicide?
When someone loses the will to live, the pain inside becomes so overwhelming that it feels like there’s no other way out. Suicide is not about wanting to die; it’s about wanting the suffering to stop. The reasons can be many—depression, trauma, loss, loneliness, physical pain, or even a feeling that life has lost its meaning. Sometimes, people feel like no one can truly understand or help them. The isolation and despair make it seem like there is no other solution.
How to Find Hope and Prevent Suicide
Talk to Someone: When you feel like you can’t go on, talk to someone you trust. You are not alone in your pain. Even if it feels like no one can understand, there are people who want to listen and help. A simple conversation can be the first step toward healing.
Don’t Give Up on Hope: No matter how hard it is, try to believe that things can get better. Life is full of changes, and each day brings a new chance. You don’t need to find a grand reason to live right away; sometimes, taking just one small step forward is enough.
Surround Yourself with Supportive People: Reach out to friends, family, or support groups who can be there for you. You don’t have to go through this alone. The support of others can make the pain more bearable and bring a bit of light into a dark time.
Seek Professional Help: Don’t hesitate to seek help from a therapist or counselor. They are there to guide you through the suffering and show you that there are ways to move forward. Therapy can help you see that your life is worth living, even when it feels impossible to believe.
Find Small Reasons to Keep Going: It could be a morning coffee, a walk in the park, or just the thought that one day, the pain might be less. Even if the reasons seem small or insignificant, they matter. These little moments can build up and remind you that life is not only about the suffering you feel today. There is still beauty, connection, and meaning to be found—even in the darkest times.
Why Find a Reason to Stay?
Staying means giving life another chance to surprise you. Pain may blind you to possibilities, but life is not static; it can and does change. Choosing to stay allows time for healing, for new connections, and for finding meaning in places you didn’t expect. You are more than the hurt you carry now, and your future can hold joy, peace, and fulfillment—even if today seems impossible.
Remember…
Life can be painful, but you are not alone in your struggle. There are people who care, there is help, and there is hope. Even if today feels dark, tomorrow can be different. Don’t give up on yourself. You deserve to live and find the peace you’re searching for. Staying gives you a chance to discover the parts of life that are still worth experiencing, even if they feel out of reach right now. You have the strength to keep going, and you deserve to see what lies beyond the pain.
Daniela van Mourik
Psychologist