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I suppose it is safe to say that most people have had suicidal thoughts at some time in their life. In fact, if you live in the United States you are more likely to kill yourself than you are to be killed by someone else. There were 1.7 times as many suicides as homicides nationwide in 2000. Those statistics do not include the suicide attempts that did not result in death.

Experts say that suicide is usually the result of untreated clinical depression or mental illness. Stress on the job, social pressures, financial concerns, unresolved emotional issues, relationship woes, parenthood tension, midlife crisis, divorce, peer pressure, physical health problems, drug abuse and co-dependency are just some of the factors contributing to depression. A person may feel that their situation is overwhelming and that they have no power to change their lives. They may feel they have no purpose in life, or reason to live. With severe personal problems, suicide may seem like a reasonable solution to end or avoid emotional pain. It releases the soul from the body, but it also leaves confusion, guilt and grief for those left behind.

Coping with the death of a loved one is saddening enough, but the grief associated with death by suicide is often compounded by shock, guilt and confusion. The stigma associated with suicide may cause people to fear that their loved one may be punished in the afterlife, Some Fundamentalists preach that suicide is an "unforgivable sin leading to damnation." Others believe that those who commit suicide will come back as a severely handicapped person in another lifetime. Some believe it is an act of cowardice or weakness but none of this is true.

It can be very difficult for a survivor to cope with their loss when suicide is shunned by society in this way. The loved ones that are left behind typically blame themselves, thinking that they were somehow responsible. Personally, I believe, when someone commits suicide, it's like dropping out of a class and having to start over next semester by repeating the life that was terminated. A woman I know reported that her son, who had committed suicide, came to her in a dream after she read my book. He was not being punished for ending his life; instead he was preparing to reincarnate in order to finish the mission he had aborted.

If we view suicide from the Abraham-Hicks perspective, we see that every death can be considered suicide because every death is self-imposed through the choices we make such as the foods we eat, the toxins we inhale, the risks we take, etc. We each choose, on some level, when we're ready to exit. We're all committing suicide every day, some just slower than others.

Suicide is never the best option for escaping emotionally painful or unpleasant situations because emotions continue in the Afterlife. While the soul does NOT have to endure hardship in order to learn its lessons, these experiences are sometimes created by the soul to help it evolve. However, we can learn to evolve in more positive and gentler ways.

I offer no judgment or condemnation to anyone contemplating suicide, or to those who have attempted or even accomplished such an act. However, if someone you love is talking about suicide, please take them seriously and encourage them to seek immediate professional help.

Warning Signs of Suicide:

· Talk about suicide or death

· Withdrawal from family and friends

· Sudden behavioral changes

· Wanting to "tie up loose ends" or give away belongings

· Reckless behavior

· Withdrawal from regular activities

· Sudden change in sleeping patterns or eating habits

If we "skip class" and depart prematurely by our own devises, we will still need to learn the intended lessons in another lifetime. Understanding that you have the power to create your life as you want it and taking steps toward making positive changes will allow you to enjoy life on earth and then go peacefully into the Afterlife once your mission here is complete.

Yvonne Perry is a metaphysical freelance writer, author and keynote speaker with a gift for assisting people who are afraid of dying or are grieving the death of a loved one. Get a complimentary copy of Yvonne's E-book More Than Meets the Eye: True Stories about Death, Dying, and Afterlife at http://deathdyingafterlife.blogspot.com. The book is a tremendous source of comfort and answers.

Who Is Abraham Hicks And How Does He Teach Law Of Attraction

Abraham Hicks is the energy personality essence channeled by Esther Hicks. Esther hicks is an inspirational teacher and best selling author. She translates blocks of thought for Abraham, a group of non-physical beings. Esther Hicks holds workshops and writes books while she channels Abraham. She has several excellent books out, including The Law of Attraction and The Astonishing Power Of Emotions. These were featured on the New York Times best seller lists.

Abraham says that we create our own reality with our own thoughts and emotions. Our emotions are our own inner guidance telling us what we want and what we don't want. Abraham also says that life is supposed to be fun. Here are some of the core teachings of Abraham;

1. You are a physical extension of source energy, that which is non-physical
2. The basis of your life is freedom and the only purpose of life is to experience joy
3. You're the main actor or actress in your life. You're the creator. And you create with your thoughts.
4. Anything you are able to imagine is yours to experience, be, to do, or to have
5. You choose your creation as you are choosing your thoughts
6. The Universe adores you. It knows your deepest and broadest intentions
7. All is well so just relax into your natural state of well being
8. Money is a byproduct of your focus on joy
9. You're the creator of thoughtways on your individual path of joy and well being
10. You cannot die. You essentially are everlasting life

These teachings are very uplifting and empowering. They are very different from the religious teachings that most of the world has experienced. They empower each person to be able to experience more joy in life. Some people don't believe that Abraham exists and question if Esther Hicks isn't just making things up. They say that channeling is not true and it is hocus pocus. We do not have any proof if Abraham Hicks does exist, but one thing for sure, Esther Hicks has some very important information to share and that information is very uplifting and inspiring. Maybe she just has a unique way of accessing a part of her brain or her mind to be able to share that experience. Who knows for sure?

In my opinion, there are many things in life that have no proof. And the source or how that information is obtained is not so important as the information itself. If someone were to give you a key to a brand new castle, would you care who gave it to you? If it were yours to own forever would you care? Abraham Hicks definitely has inspired thousands, and Abraham Hicks publications are definitely worth reading if you're interested in learning more about the law of attraction.

Esther Hicks holds various workshops and cruises throughout the year where she personally channels Abraham. In the workshops, she gives various people a chance to sit in the "hot seat" and ask their most pressing questions. Abraham Hicks is one of my personal favorites.

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Abraham-Hicks teachings?

I searched in past questions and saw little fee back on this question. Anyone want to comment on the subject? ...Any hands on experience with the teachings?

Yes, I see results, my life is a little better, though it is hard for me to bridge the gap from where I am and how I am feeling to where I want to be in so many different aspects. I feel that what they say is absolutely true, though sometimes it doesn't help, I don't find better feeling thoughts, can't seem to bring myself to feel better, so I know the same results await for me, and I know it is me who should concentrate on what I want rather than paying much attention to what I don't.

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