If they say
Who cares if one more light goes out?
In the sky of a million stars
It flickers, flickers
Who cares when someone’s time runs out?
If a moment is all we are
Or quicker, quicker
Who cares if one more light goes out?
Well I do
September 10th 2017 was the World Suicide Prevention Day. While I have never had suicidal thoughts nor know someone close to me who has struggled with this issue, I will not ignore this topic. I can recall one of my undergrad instructors discussing in a psychology lecture that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem.
As health care professionals we have to deal with many obstacles, stressors and frustrations. Just as we put importance on our dietary intake, exercise and quality of sleep, we need to be aware of our mental health.
Don’t ignore the problem. Talk to trusted friends, family members and colleagues. Seek professional help.
For more information visit Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention
-Farzad ‘Raffi’ Refahi September 19, 2017
Dedicated to Chester Bennington (Mar 20 1976 – Jul 20, 2017)
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