Dear GZ Advisor,
I keep having this dream where I cut my wrists and die. Then while they're doing the ceremonial thing at the funeral, I wake up and I am not dead. Then I usually wake up there. The freaky thing is right now I am suicidal and I have cut my wrists before. What's going on?!
signed -- Mallory

Dear Mallory,
I'm so glad you've contacted GZ Advisor! We care about you, and we also hope you take our suggestions to heart.

The most important thing for you to do right now is to get help dealing with your suicidal feelings. Please contact someone you trust (a counselor, a parent, a relative, a teacher or some other adult) who will listen and help. Although talking with someone about suicidal feelings isn't easy, it's the best way for you to start feeling better, and to see options in life. And there are MANY options open to you (although right now it may not feel that way). If you're not sure who you can talk to we've listed some resources below that will point you in the right direction.

If you're not sure how to start a conversation with a trusted adult, here are some suggestions for what to say:

"I'm feeling so down that I don't care about anything anymore. I guess I need some help."

"I'm really sad and confused about life. I wish someone would help me."

"I'm feeling really bad. I think I'm depressed. Will you help me?"

Regarding your recurring dream there are many theories about dreams to explain what they mean. I believe (as do many experts) that dreams can help us to sort through struggles in life. In your dream you don't die. Although your dream is frightening, it's also an opportunity to hear loud and clear that your life is worth living. All the more reason for you to reach out and get help for yourself. You don't have to do this alone.

Take care, and we hope you'll keep in touch with us.
from -- the GZ Advisor

Bev Cobain's book, When Nothing Matters Anymore is an absolute must-read for anyone who truly feels that nothing really does matter anymore.

Back to Advisor