AboutLynne Luckett Expertise I can answer questions about surviving suicide, about losing a family member to suicide and how to heal the hole that is left behind by a loved one committing suicide.
Experience My father committed suicide when I was 8 years old. It took me 13 years to even start dealing with his death but once the healing started it was truly an educational experience. I know now that he is with me all the time and though his physical self is no longer here, his spirtual self lives on in me and my son. I'm now 49 and have talked to several people about losing a loved one to suicide and have received some positive feedback about my advice. I am a medical transcripitionist and have been in the medical field for 20+ years. I feel I survived my dad's death to have the understanding to be able to help others. I love to help others.
Expert: Lynne Luckett Date: 5/3/2004 Subject: what do I do when I really feel like I might commit suicide?
Question I have been struggling with thoughts of suicide for a long time. I have been in the hosipital 4 times 1 in which I tried to kill myself. I am single and it gets pretty lonely. I have a 12 year old daughter and that is 1 thing that has held me back right now but I still think about it. I know it would hurt her but that does not stop the thought and I also keep saying in my head that someday it is going to happen! I also self harm. She sees it on me sometimes but she also understands that I am angry. I don't know what to do. I don't even call people anymore. Any advice?
Answer Dear Deb:
I cannot encourage you strongly enough to SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP! It is encouraging that you are reaching out to me but you really need to sit down with someone who can assess your body language, voice intonations etc. You are doing great with your self talk in being aware of your 12 year old daughter. Never, ever forget her and don't think she'll get over it because most likely she won't. You need to come to grips with what you are angry about and realize that this world needs you more than you know. Your daughter deserves much more than growing up without her mom. Force yourself to get well for her sake! Please, immediately after reading this, call a suicide hotline or your local hospital or a clergyman if you know one or if nothing else 911! For your sake,and your daughter's sake, please seek help.
Let me know if I can do anything further.
