Wanting those things doesn't make you selfish - it's what most of the people on these boards want. He is going to the right places to get help which is great.
If it's any consolation, the fact that he is talking about thinking about commiting suicide is good - it means he is crying out for help. It's the ones that don't talk about it that are the most worrying.
The project at his work thing sucks but maybe his colleagues think he is under too much pressure. Perhaps they are trying to help him but he just can't see that. Is there anyone at work he can try talking to about it?
Saffie
Saffie me 46 H 46 M in 1986 D20,D18,S16,D13 H's A 01/05 to 07/06 H recommitted to M 07/06 renewed vows 09/06 Going from strength to strength