
The Psychology of Depression and Anxiety - Dr. Scott Eilers An Antidote To Suicide - Making A Violent Commitment To Living
Dec 8, 2025
Explore the journey of feeling like an unwanted guest in life and the impact of societal pressures on mental health. Discover the power of making a radical commitment to living instead of viewing suicide as a backup plan. Learn why typical coping strategies can fail when the pain feels unbearable. Hear about the importance of engaging with your thoughts and the transformative shift that comes from choosing life. Dr. Eilers shares his experience, offering hope for those navigating similar struggles.
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Lifelong Sense Of Not Belonging
- Dr. Scott Eilers describes feeling like an unwanted guest at a party and not belonging on earth most of his life.
- He explains this chronic alienation contributed to long-standing suicidal ideation and social aversion.
Suicide Feels Like The Biggest Move
- Dr. Scott Eilers notes big feelings push people toward big actions and suicide can feel like the ultimate act of defiance.
- He emphasizes suicide is a violent taking of human life regardless that it's self-directed.
Match Help To The Pain's Intensity
- Avoid offering trivial coping tips when someone's suicidal because they mismatch the intensity of the pain.
- Replace mismatched suggestions with interventions that acknowledge the seriousness of the crisis.


