Got another letter last week from an individual whose loved one had committed suicide. I get this kind of letter all too often. Mostly they want to know if the loved one will be punished. Suicides have tripled in the last 20 years. Lots of reasons for the increase: more stressful society, more competition for colleges, and jobs, then addictions account for a lot of it also. People get hooked on drugs, alcohol, debt, and making more money. In the other direction there is a decrease in spiritual training, people are not going to church as often, probably because of their “higher” education. These letters sadden me, and there is nothing to do but console the author.
Near death experiences teach us a lot about the spirit world, and what happens to us after we cross over. I am not an expert on the subject, but did ask a lot of questions and remember much of what I saw while there. While the spirit world considers suicide a most selfish act, there is no punishment. The person who commits suicide still has to face their problems and work them out whether in the physical or spiritual world. So suicide gains the individual nothing. Meanwhile loved ones left behind are emotionally devastated.
Reading near death experiences help prevent suicides. Studies have shown persons with suicidal tendencies are less likely to commit suicide after reading near death experiences. Most are overwhelmed with life and can see no options, NDEs give them options. I have a section on suicide in my web site, and it is one of the most visited places. I hope it is helping.
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