“In your podcast, could you cover… what to do when you’ve tried everything to improve your life and none of it has worked and you so you just want to stick your head in the oven? Asking for a friend.”

So read a dm I received from a listener a couple of weeks ago… and this podcast is the first part of my answer to them.

‘Quick Fix’ is a new mini-series, and it’s here to deliver short, succinct insights that could help you or someone you know who is navigating suicidal thoughts.

BIG NOISY DISCLAIMER HERE!! – please use your judgement to discern if you are in the right headspace to listen along, as this conversation could be challenging for you if you are in a moment of crisis. Have a listen when you're feeling good and ready, and hopefully, these snackable insights will live rent free in your head, ready for when you need them.

Today I’ll share a simple thought that could help you through a rough time; ‘It only takes one.’

I’ll talk through the concept in the context of suicidality and use a comparable scenario to explain how it’s helpful for making big, overwhelming situations feel tolerable.

Thank you for being here – it really helps to expand and normalise the conversation around suicide.

Catch you next time,

- Alice

COLLABORATORS

This episode is brought to you by Dark Coffee – development coaching to get your work and wellbeing working better together so you can feel like a badass in business.

Host: Alice Lyons from Dark Coffee

Music: ‘Solving Suicide’ by Steve Leggett 

If you have any questions or would like to give us any feedback, you can email Alice at talk@darkcoffee.co.uk

To apply to be on the show, just fill in this form. 

RESOURCES

Suicide Support Organisations (UK)

Samaritans: Confidential suicide discussion and support. Free helpline available round the clock. Text - 116123. Call - 08457 909090 Email - jo@samaritans.org. Website - www.samaritans.org

Mind: Support and information for anyone suffering from a mental health problem. 0300 123 3393 Website - Mind.org.uk

Saneline: Practical information, crisis care and emotional support to people affected by mental health concerns. Helpline: 0845 767 8000, open daily from 6pm – 11pm.