Before You Kill Yourself: a suicide prevention podcast. Dissecting a Suicide Note - John Barnett
May 26, 2025
27:44
In today's episode we discuss:
- Explore the life and legacy of Boeing whistleblower John Barnett
- Hear key excerpts from his powerful final note
- Analyze the emotions, thoughts, needs, and wants expressed in his writing
- Discuss the impact of workplace retaliation on mental health
- Reflect on how systems meant to protect whistleblowers may fail them
- Offer resources for those struggling with suicidal thoughts
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If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:
In the US:
Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
Outside the US:
International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.