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Originally Posted by Table 5
My parents knew a family of 4 who had just immigrated to this country, and were starting out their brand new life in hopes of attaining their dreams. They were the nicest, most hard working people you would ever meet.
One day a few years ago, the mom set out in their van, along with her two kids and a school friend (who was their to celebrate her son's birthday). A few minutes later they were in a horrific crash, where all 4 of them and a man in another car were instantly killed. The husband had lost his ENTIRE family in one horrible accident. Instead of coming to this country to help fulfill a dream, his entire life and future had been completely shattered. He lasted one year, until he just couldnt take the pain anymore and committed suicide.
I dunno about you guys, but in a case like this Im pretty sure I couldn't hold out either, no matter how many "groups" and social programs are out there for me.
Shame on you Jordan for being so narrow-sighted. Suicide is as serious as it gets, it's not just a black and white issue. I'm glad you worked through your problems, but sometimes things get to the point of no return.
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Why should I be ashamed for my comments? The man lost his family, but is HIS life over? Would his family want him to do what he did? I doubt it. They'd want him to continue on with life and find peace with that.
I will not be ashamed for my opinion on the subject. I feel bad for the man for losing his family, I can't imagine that happening to me, but I'd also understand that while my loved ones are gone, they're still with me in spirit and would want me to strive with as much strength as I can.
Maybe it's the help I've recieved that makes me have the opinion I do. But I just can't understand or feel bad for anyone who takes the route of suicide. I can mourn their decision but that's it.