Oftentimes, I read for clients who say things like, “I just want to die. I can’t take it anymore. I’m done.”
I hear this a lot, so I consulted my guides to see if they had any useful insights. Here’s what they shared:
“It’s not that a person truly wants to die. People just want to stop struggling. They want life to give them a break. They need a win. They need something—anything—to go right. They need their burdens lifted. They need peace, space, and time to breathe. They want to feel joy, better health, abundance, and less stress.”
What to Do When You Feel Hopeless and Can’t Go On
I asked my guides what someone should do when they feel they just don’t want to be here anymore.
They said: “The key is releasing expectations, working with the threads you have, and weaving a new life that’s more of what you want and less of what you don’t. Let go of the things you cannot control and focus only on what you can improve.”
This might mean downsizing your home, selling an expensive car for one with lower payments, walking or cycling instead of driving, cooking more meals at home, or starting a side hustle for extra income.
Overcoming Life Struggles by Improving Your Relationships
It could also mean removing toxic people from your life, seeking out better friends, seeing a therapist, connecting with a spiritual advisor, or finding a community of like-minded people.
My guides also pointed out that many people avoid sharing their struggles with loved ones because they don’t want to be a burden. But this actually robs friends and family of the opportunity to help. If you need money, a place to stay, help after surgery, or assistance organizing your home or finances—reach out. People often feel good when they can offer help.
Why Positive Self-Talk Shapes Your Future
Your self-talk shapes your future. Use positive language when you speak about your situation or the road ahead.
For example:
“I’ve hit a little bump, but I trust I can find the resources to get over the worst of it. I know this will pass.”
“Downsizing my life feels amazing. I can already see I have more money at the end of the month than I used to.”
“I will accept help where it’s offered and not feel guilty about asking. If one of my loved ones needed help, I would want them to tell me so I could be there for them.”
Keep Moving Forward—Even in Difficult Times
Life can be difficult. You will face problems that seem too big to solve. At times, you may feel like throwing in the towel and walking away from it all.
But if you focus your mind on solutions instead of dwelling on the problems, your life will improve. Even the smallest steps forward are still progress—and progress brings hope.
