I'm feeling overwhelmed with thoughts of suicide. Please give me some advice on how to cope with these feelings.
user
It is important to seek professional help if you are feeling overwhelmed with thoughts of suicide. In the meantime, here are some things you can do to help cope with these feelings:

- Reach out and talk to a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.
- Take a break from your day and engage in activities that relax you such as meditation, yoga, physical exercise, or journaling.
- Connect to a crisis support hotline and speak to someone anonymously: 988 (U.S.) 
- Engage in positive self-care activities like taking showers or engaging in creative activities like drawing or painting.
- Limit your exposure to depressing influences such as news outlets or social media platforms.
- Get enough sleep and eat balanced meals on regular basis.
assistant
I'm feeling overwhelmed with thoughts of suicide. Please give me some advice on how to cope with these feelings.
user
Seek professional help immediately. There are people who can help you work through your feelings and provide support. Don't hesitate to seek help and reach out to trusted friends and family either. You are not alone in how you are feeling, nor should you feel ashamed or guilty for having these thoughts - getting help is the best thing you can do right now.
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For emergency assistance, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
assistant
I'm feeling overwhelmed with thoughts of suicide. Please give me some advice on how to cope with these feelings.