I am writing this article for those who feel as if they are unable to handle one more day. This is for you, the ones who fight, day after endless day, relentlessly hunting for the will to live. I know how hard it is, I know how tired you must feel. Every day you are begging for peace, just one moment of feeling as if the world is not crashing around you. I know how easy it seems to just let go, to just say goodbye, clocking out of life forever, but I need you to think about a few things first. I want to bring a few things to your attention that have very likely been pushed to the back of your mind by this insurmountable desire to die.

First I want to congratulate you. I am so thankful that you are still here today, reading this letter. I know you have been fighting for your life, and right now, you are winning. Even when you feel as if you cannot survive one more day trapped within this hell your mind has become, by stopping to read this, you are winning. There is no tougher opponent to battle than your own mind, for your mind will always seem to have the upper hand. It does not matter how much pessimism you greet each day with, as long as you are around to greet each day.

Secondly, I want to make you a promise, I want to share a secret with you. No matter how ominous the days ahead appear to be, I am here to inform you that these storm clouds will not be around forever. One day soon, the sun is going to shine on your face and you will always have a reason to smile. I have complete faith that blessings are coming your way, as long as you are willing to wait for them. Jeremiah 29:11 reads "'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares The Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.'" Whether you are a believer or not, I feel that this fully applies to each of our lives. You were born to serve a purpose. Though you may not be aware of this purpose now, it remains. By taking your own life, you lose the ability to witness the plan for which God has so carefully hand-crafted for your life. Whether you are a believer or not, it is not coincidence that you stumbled across this letter.

Finally, I will leave you with one last thought. If you are looking for a reason not to end your life, let this be it. Let this letter be something to which you can hold fast until you find another good thing to hold on to. I know they come so far and few between, so I am praying that this article is something you are able to reflect on the next time you do not think you can survive one more second in this life. I love you and I believe in you, so keep on fighting because one day you will look back and be thankful that you hung around.

If you, or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide do not hesitate to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-223-TALK (8255) to receive confidential help.