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Charles rocket death11/16/2023 ![]() For many people who have already made the clear decision to end their lives, they will give no indication of this, and in fact may even seem to be doing better. Unfortunately, sometimes the signs are subtle and can easily be overlooked. Other signs include reckless behaviors, increased use of drugs or alcohol, feelings of rage or uncontrollable anger, preoccupation with death or with “putting things in order,” which can come in the form of giving away possessions, seeking access to firearms, pills, or other methods to commit suicide, threatening or writing about death or suicide – are all definite tell-tale signs. ![]() Or it might be evident that that person has lost interest in things previously enjoyed, has significant problems sleeping, not eating, or is noticeably withdrawing. What signs can we look for that would suggest a person may be suicidal? Classic signs include talk of despair, hopelessness, no sense of purpose, powerlessness. They have lost all hope of things ever getting better, and nothing will convince them differently. Often people who consider suicide experience feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. ![]() There may be an overpowering sense of worthlessness, of being of no use to anyone. The person feels completely unable to cope with overwhelming stressors, or is experiencing deep emotional pain. What pushes people to seriously consider taking their lives? Depression often precedes an act of suicide. Some people in the midst of an attempt will either change their minds or expect someone to find them “in time.” However, unfortunately, help in whatever form may arrive too late. Was it intentional? Was it an accident? Why? Why didn’t you tell me you were thinking of this? Should I have seen the signs? Was there something I could have or should have done? Why? Why did you do this? In most cases, this kind of death leaves so many unanswered questions. Thoughts of suicide run the range from a single thought over a minor disappointment or frustration to the well thought-out and planned action. In fact, people often express a firm conviction that “the world (or my family) will be better off without me.” But for many, ending their lives does not seem selfish at all. Suicide has often been referred to as a “selfish act.” Understandably there are family and friends whose lives are unmistakably altered by this choice, and with little (if any) control over it. We can’t know what went into this decision, but he joins many other well-known people who have made that same choice. Of all the decisions we can make in our lives, this is probably the most crucial one of all – the one that will have the greatest, the longest, and farthest-reaching impact. Hollywood producer Tony Scott made the decision August 20 th to end his life.
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