Losing will to live can kill you: Psychologist's insights

21.10.2023 20:30
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22

To be healthy both physically and mentally, you should stay optimistic, because losing will to live can actually kill you.

Our brain is a powerful and often underestimated body organ that can actually change everything in our lives.

Here are a few reasons why you should always try to stay as optimistic as you can.

Mental and Physical Health

When someone loses their will to live, it's often because they're overwhelmed with sadness, hopelessness, or extreme stress. 

These emotions can have harmful effects on their mental and physical health. 

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They may stop taking care of themselves, like not eating properly or getting enough sleep. 

This can lead to health issues because the body and mind are connected.

Social Isolation

People who feel this way often isolate themselves from others. 

They might avoid their friends and family or stop doing the things they used to enjoy. 

This isolation can make their emotional state even worse because they don't have the support and company of loved ones.

Negative Thoughts

When someone loses the will to live, they often have very negative thoughts. 

They might start thinking that life isn't worth living or that they're a burden to others. 

These thoughts can create a cycle where they feel worse and worse, which can be very hard to break.

Loss of Purpose

Having something to look forward to or a sense of purpose is important for our mental well-being. 

When someone loses the will to live, they often lose their sense of purpose, which can be very damaging. 

It's like losing a map that shows them where to go in life.

Conclusion

That's why it's so important to reach out and support people who are going through such difficult times. 

They often need the help of professionals and the care of friends and family to overcome these challenges.
 

Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource

Content
  1. Mental and Physical Health
  2. Social Isolation
  3. Negative Thoughts
  4. Loss of Purpose
  5. Conclusion