24/12/2023
During the Christmas season, its is essential to acknowledge the depth of human emotions and the challenges that some may face, including those contemplating su***de. This is a sensitive topic and warrants compassion, understanding, and a commitment to raising awareness.
As we come together to celebrate the warmth and joy of the Christmas season, let us take a moment to reflect on the profound struggles that some among us may be facing. This time of the year can magnify feelings of loneliness, sadness, and despair for those battling mental health challenges making it all the more crucial for us to reach out with empathy and compassion.
In the midst of the festive lights and cheerful carols, there are those who bear the weight of darkness within. For individuals contemplating su***de, the holiday season may intensify their feelings of isolation. This is a stark reminder of the importance of fostering a community where compassion, understanding, and a support are paramount.
Let us extend our hearts to those who may be silently grappling with inner conflict. In the spirit of Christmas, let us be beacons of hope and understanding. Our words and actions can create a space where vulnerability is met with kindness, and reaching out for help is seen as an act of strength.
This season, we stand together as a community committed to breaking the silence surrounding mental health. By raising awareness and promoting open conversations, we can dismantle the stigma that often shrouds the struggles faced by those contemplating su***de. Each person is a valuable part of our shared human experience, deserving of love, support, and a chance to find hope.
May this Christmas be a time of reflection, understanding, and collective effort to create a world where no one feels alone in their pain or suffering. Together, let us be a sources of light for those navigating dark times, and may the true spirit of Christmas shine brightly through our compassion and awareness.
On average two people per month take their own life here in Malta. Let us find a time and take a moment to remember those poor souls that have left us this year.
Wishing you a Christmas filled with love, understanding, and the warmth of a compassionate community.
Isma Habib and Bejnieta are free peer led support groups in which people come together to help support each other through mental health challenges.
We are uniting this Christmas and New Year and will be holding a free online zoom meeting on Monday 25th December and Monday 1st Jan at 15:00
Meeting ID: 485 769 2656
Passcode: e9Zzxw
Should you have any problems accessing the above please call or message +356 9980 4082
www.ismahabib.org
Isma Habib
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www.bejnietna.org
Bejnieta
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