A friend recently told me that he is thinking of ending his life. He’s 58 years-old, in a lot of pain from arthritis and isn’t interested in looking into non-traditional solutions. The main reason he’s given up hope, however, is that he’s depressed about being a single gay man over the age of 50. Dating options are very limited when you’re older and prefer to date younger, especially if you let yourself go physically.
I’ve tried to talk him into a Holistic Makeover that includes natural cleanses, meditation, Spiritual Detox, hypnosis, subliminals, natural supplements, exercise, and diet changes. Aside from these methods having the potential to make him feel like a brand-new person, they would also transform his appearance. After all, “silver daddies” are appealing to many younger, gay guys and he could become one with a little effort. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have the desire or motivation.
Spiritual Consequences
I’ve also shared with him what I’ve learned through years of past life regressions about the spiritual consequences of suicide.
On the “other side,” suicide is considered one of the worst things you can do while incarnated. Each lifetime, even the most difficult, is an opportunity. When someone takes their own life, they throw away their remaining pre-planned chances for soul growth and contracts to play their part in the lives of others.
Suicide is never an easy way out. When life becomes challenging there’s usually an important lesson involved. If you try to escape it you will have to incarnate into similar circumstances until you overcome them.
A Way to Escape the Suicide Trap
Life on Earth certainly isn’t easy. Add street drugs, excess alcohol, certain medications that cause or contribute to depression, a poor diet, spirit possession or attachment, or an avalanche of new challenges to the equation and life can seem impossible. I have a lot of compassion for my friend and others who feel like giving up.
But even when it seems like there’s no longer a good reason to live, there’s always an opportunity to make the most of your situation and you’ll make great spiritual progress by doing so. One way is to take the focus off yourself and help others with your experience, talents, or skills. For example, since my friend is good at teaching, I told him he could derive a lot of satisfaction from volunteering in some way, such as mentoring younger gay men. He’s considering this option.
A Good Source for Help
I understand that some people are prone to deep depression and that suicide may seem like the only escape. I urge anyone in this position to get help and try natural options, as recommended here: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/10/11/suicide-and-poisoning-rate-increased.aspx?e_cid=20121011_DNL_art_1
Copyright © 2012 Stephen Petullo
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