Recovering after attempted suicide: Before, I just wanted to die, so that I could feel peace. Now, I see the whole spectrum of colors'

"I just wanted to go to sleep and not wake up the next day, so that I could feel peace. I didn't want to die; I wanted to end the pain that had been making me suffer for years, a pain that lingers and never ends. I couldn't take it anymore: I felt like I couldn't go on, that I had no help."

"September 10 was World Suicide Prevention Day. And this year's theme was Changing the Narrative on Suicide, so that organizations, societies and governments can engage in open and honest discussions about suicide and suicidal behaviour, as this subject has been highly taboo until recently. The goal is to break down barriers, raise awareness and create better cultures of understanding and support."

Lidia Cabrera experienced long-term bullying, developed an eating disorder, and attempted suicide three times, with the last attempt causing lasting physical disability. She now describes moving from complete darkness to seeing a range of colors and accepting gray days. Other survivors also describe finding strength to rebuild. World Suicide Prevention Day emphasizes changing the narrative so organizations and societies can have open conversations, break taboos, and create supportive cultures. The World Health Organization estimates over 720,000 suicides yearly and identifies suicide as a complex public health problem influenced by social, cultural, biological, psychological, and environmental factors.

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