Suicide is rarely caused by a single event. It often builds over time. This post explores the spectrum of suicidal thoughts, key risk factors, and life-saving protective factors. Understanding this process is a critical step toward compassion, prevention, and hope.

Many individuals find themselves sacrificing their personal needs to satisfy the expectations of others, whether in personal relationships or professional settings. A recent survey I conducted affirmed this with 80% of respondents replying that they often or always compromise their needs for those of other people.  I admit to being guilty of this as well.