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Question on Suicide
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As I scan the participants in the morning meeting, I notice a figure in shadow among the video images in Zoom. The name beneath the backlit image is Vilnis. I immediately remember the last time Vilnis appeared at a morning meeting. He came with a question about death and how to use The American Book of the Dead to confront death, which prompted a memorable exchange between the two men. The Transference Talk: What Can You Do When You're Facing Death?.
Curious, I wait for Vilnis to speak.
About forty-minutes into the morning meeting, EJ is finishing up his comments on the books that are listed on the Gateways website and remarking that the title to The Lazy Man's Guide to Death and Dying is translated into German as Death Doesn't Care How you Die, Vilnis inserts himself, and off we go.
Vilnis is waying suicide as a solution to the pain caused by pancreatic cancer, and he asks EJ for his guidance.
The remarkable coincidence of EJ's comment about death and another real question from Vilnis combine to create a sincere space where all of us were called to help. The morning talk evolves.
E.J. elicits a clear picture of the situation and invites the group to focus on Vilnis' question and offer perspectives. The group upscales to fulfill its responsibility. A professional calmness and knowing envelopes us. There are no extra words, no chattiness, nothing extra. Simply, this is a recording of someone who needs help, and a group that understands its role of service.
Help is Available
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide or experiencing emotional distress, please remember that help is available. Reach out to one of the resources below for support and assistance.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (USA)
Website: https://988lifeline.org/
Phone: 988
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Samaritans (UK)
Website: https://www.samaritans.org/
Phone: 116 123 (UK and Ireland)
Samaritans is a charity that offers emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland. They are available 24/7 via phone, email, and in-person visits.