How I managed my suicidal thoughts and the road to hope and recovery

<p>Since it was Suicide Awareness Month, we wanted to talk candidly on this topic that we all often refuse to talk about because let's be honest, it's heavy and isn't easy to handle. Suicide is a word that is hushed off in every household and in every conversation between friends and family. Let's talk about Suicide awareness openly today once again with a survivor friend of mine who has emerged out of that hole many times.</p><p><br></p><p>Trigger Warning for this episode :This episode contains discussion and mentions of self harm and suicide. If you feel it is getting overwhelming at any point please feel free to stop and talk to a professional or even a friend. Listen only if you feel comfortable. </p><p><br></p><p>There is help out there. If you are struggling please reach out to your local helpline numbers!</p><p><br></p><p>Government-Backed Helplines• Tele-MANAS (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare) • Numbers: 14416 or 1800-891-4416 • Availability: 24/7 • Details: India's comprehensive national tele-mental health programme. It connects callers with trained counsellors and provides medical advice, video consultations, and mental health referrals in over 20 regional languages. You can learn more via the Tele-MANAS Portal.• KIRAN (Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment) • Number: 1800-599-0019 • Availability: 24/7 • Details: Offers early screening, psychological support, and distress management. It operates across 13 languages under the technical coordination of BSNL.• NIMHANS Helpline • Number: 080-46110007 • Availability: 24/7 • Details: Managed by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, offering professional psycho-social support and crisis intervention.</p><p><br></p><p>🤝 NGO and Institutional Support LinesHelpline Name Contact Number Operating Hours Focus AreaVandrevala Foundation 9999-666-555 24/7 Crisis intervention & emotional support1 Life 78930-78930 24/7 Suicide prevention and depression supportiCALL (TISS) 022-25521111 Mon–Sat, 10 AM–8 PM Psychosocial counselling by trained professionalsAasra 9820466728 24/7 Suicide prevention and emotional distress.</p><p><br></p><p>For additional verification or specialized, state-specific local support resources, you can explore aggregated directories on the Live Love Laugh Foundation or search curated national listings using Find A Helpline India.This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional. </p><p><br></p><p> Tele MANASTele MA