The Secret Samaritan

A proud Samaritan, spreading a listening ear, empathy & love. Blogger of personal reflections, musings & considered contemplation. Privacy protects integrity.

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

Please check out my first blog: Samaritans and Self-Determination.. https://t.co/F28oTntNz1. #samaritans #depression #suicide #mentalhealthmatters

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

COVID-19: A crisis for 'years to come' - How lockdowns put children under 'unprecedented' levels of distress
https://t.co/Qm7LrZguES

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

@libbyfordxo I'm really sorry you feel this way. @samaritans are always there with a listening ear 24/7, should you need to talk. You are incredibly brave sharing your most painful feelings on a social platform & your courage continues to positively impact & help so many others.

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

Please read:

[Dr Sharon McDonnell PhD, CF @SJMcDonn]

This is how I see the suicide bereavement report. Took 6 years to conduct; 7,158 people completed the survey; report is launched; not much response yet! All plants, need water. Sharing the report (is like water) to help influence change. #CollectiveVoice
https://t.co/adulnt2AxK

[Josh Connolly 🔆 @josh_ffw]

There’s no such thing as being ‘free from addiction’ we all sit on a spectrum

[Steve Silberman @stevesilberman]

How one of the most influential psychologists in research on human happiness ended up committing suicide. A haunting, nuanced, and brilliantly written exploration by @JenSeniorNY. One of the best pieces I've ever read in @NYTimes. [Trigger warnings] https://t.co/JRfKpTzs9u

[lets heal and recover @recovery_your]

Suicidal people deserve better than to be told the main reason they shouldn’t kill themselves is because of how it might affect others.
Suicidal people deserve love and help, not guilt trips.
Suicidal people deserve to feel like their life is worth living, worth fighting for.

[Samaritans of Wigan @WiganSamaritans]

Myths about suicide. 7 Myths in 7 Days.

Day 1.

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

@shady2405 It makes a lot of sense, I am just sorry that you feel this way. Please remember that @samaritans is available 24/7 should you feel like you need us. We will listen, & we can try to share your burden when you have no one you can speak too. You can DM me at anytime.

[Samaritans @samaritans]

"Not everyone is looking for a solution. Sometimes, they just want to be heard. I think that’s something that we can all empathise with."

Here are some tips on how you can become a more active listener 💚 https://t.co/VFk4sPgws7

[Cycling on TNT Sports @cyclingontnt]

"Some people don’t quite get it. They think you can click your fingers, wake up the next day and everything is rosy."

@GouldyBalls147 talks to Desmond Kane about the problems that almost forced him off the @WeareWST tour ⬇️

[Samaritans @samaritans]

"While this is a difficult topic, we can all play a significant role in increasing public understanding of suicide and supporting helpful discussion because ultimately, talking can save lives" https://t.co/2ljBT0wmlV

[Samaritans @samaritans]

Careful and responsible reporting of suicide can contribute to suicide prevention.

Today sees the launch of Samaritans’ new media guidelines and resources to support safer coverage of suicide https://t.co/5CCP0QY1fW

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

@xenatheworrier @twitt_twoo72 @itsmymatepaddy @aDatingDad It is about what’s important to you. That is a sample size of one, (relationships on a level can be draining also). To disregard partners because they are poorer, or because they are much wealthier (from the same rationale you would then be a drain to them), is potentially sad.

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

@twitt_twoo72 @itsmymatepaddy @xenatheworrier @aDatingDad I guess there is no ‘right or wrong’. I am certainly not critical. Personally, a physical chemistry will paint over a lot of cracks during tough times, and you are struggling if you are ethically opposed. Outside of that just embrace every relationship for its unique tapestry.

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

@twitt_twoo72 @itsmymatepaddy @xenatheworrier @aDatingDad Some relationships were long-term, some were fleeting, but I guess none ended for financial or MH reasons. For many I was a crutch for them in those areas. I was never reticent to pay their way, whilst they would bring facets of much greater depth & value to the relationship.

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

@twitt_twoo72 @itsmymatepaddy @xenatheworrier @aDatingDad Some of the most interesting & inspiring people I have met, don’t actually bring anything to the table financially & really don’t have their shit together emotionally/mentally. Wonderful, incredible relationships. Potentially you are stressing emphasis on the wrong commodities?

[Sky News @SkyNews]

Love Island star Dr Alex George 'hurting so bad' as he reveals his younger brother has died https://t.co/Ld3rSRPLVo

[The Secret Samaritan @thesecretsam]

100% This:

[Kate @katelallyx]

Mental. Illness. Is. Not. A. Fashion. Statement.