Surrender not Sacrifice

We've all heard of the legendary song how to save a life by The Fraye right? Well, a few days ago I actually was put in a position where I believed I needed to rescue (save) a friend. If you've been following my blog and reading the post then you would know that I am bipolar. Yes, BIPOLAR... shocker I know (sarcasm emphasized)! This friend was saying things and posting things online that made me fearful for their life. I take mental health very seriously and this friend has a background with it or so I believed. Long story short "friend" voiced (verbally said that they would end their life). So Kadee being sweet, caring, understanding, and above all, a concerned friend called the emergency hotline for suicide (1-800-273-8255).

From, this point of the story it may sound like Kadee did the right thing right? Well, the answer is a hard YES, however, there are always other factors at play. Factors that Kadee will never have control of. The first step in trying to help save a friend's life is to be there for them. I was there for my friend however they did not want the help. This was poorly communicated because I did not know the friend well enough to know what a real suicide cry was and what a woof cry is. My "friend" is ok I believe but his world is blown up. I am not sorry for doing what I believed was best but I am truly sorry for the aftermath.

I'm from South Florida and we're famous for hurricanes... Often times you can see a storm brewing but are unsure of how to calm it. My first instance used to be to run as often humans do. But I have learned to cast my burdens to Jesus Christ my living hope. He is the prince of peace and the author of creation. He knows me and call's me friend. I don't need to fear the storm which maybe bipolar, anxiety, schizophrenia, etc. God has me in the palm of his hand so I no longer fear the storm; I walk on the water arms raised to heaven knowing that God is with me and he's with you.