My daughter was suicidal for nearly three years. I often used “tiny reasons” like these to help her find a desire to stay alive. Nearly nine years later, she’s happy and healthy, and has been for several years. Hang in there, folks. The world is a better place with you in it.
To be clear, I wasn’t alone. Her dad & brothers were helpful. So was LOTS of therapy. & group therapy. & parents of suicidal teens classes. & hospitalizations. &… But she’s doing great now. She’s happy and fulfilled in her career as a teacher, and even has a Masters in social & emotional learning.