My sisters friend killed himself after saying something similiar. My sisters BMF tried 3 times, again, similiar (there are "people that love you" doesnt seem to have any affect when someone feels this low and trapped in negative thoughts). My FF BFF killed herself after voicing that she didnt see the point in going on.
I know everyone is giving great advice.. but, if someone expresses suicidal thoughts, you should ALWAYS take it seriously. In Mishka's case, I told her the same, but then Gabe had the broom..yes it didnt come to anything, but its better to be safe than sorry. Dan has confided these thoughts in you and I doubt he would tell anyone else (like his Mum, or Tom etc).
I hear alot of angerness here on your thread Bobbi and I am not surprised after what he has put you through.. but there are also alot of Christian posters here and I want to say.. rise above his 'nonsense' and see that the man is in pain and troubled. Be compassionate, forgiveing?
You can tell him, with no emotion, that you take what he is saying seriously, that you hear him and are concerned at the things he says and think he should book a doctors appointment ASAP to get some help and advice. That you are always there for him if he needs someone to talk to. Leave it at that?
No matter what my ex has (unintentionally) done to me.. I see the desperation and pain in him, the severe depression, the torment and so I have never once gotton angry or resentful. I have been compassionate and forgiving to him and as much as it kills me, I want him to be happy. And I'm an atheist, so if I can do it...!
I dont think you should second guess yourself or feel bad "hes the father of my children".. if ANYONE said such things to you, we have a moral duty to take it seriously, IMHO.
