Step Back from the Exit: 45 Reasons to Say No to Suicide

by Jillayne Arena

Why shouldn't we call it quits when the world is a painful place and the future seems non-existent?

This book offers direct, practical, accepting short essays for those facing the blind alleys, bottomless pits, and concrete barriers of life.

The author acknowledges the feelings, but asks us to wait. Open it to any page and read until you find your own reason to live.

144 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1996

Reviews

[Qu · Rating 2 out of 5]

“If you can’t imagine one tear coming to your therapist’s eye at your death, it’s time to find a new therapist.”

“Driving someone to commit suicide or forcing someone into it could be the perfect crime, for one doesn’t have to dispose of the body. Physical coercion, however, is not always obvious, and psychological terrorism can be as effective. (88)

[Lena Hoffman · Rating 4 out of 5]

So, I read this book shortly after they cancelled "The OC". I must say... it really helped me to cope and I decided I can live sans "The OC", but it won't be easy.