William Stryon Quote about Depression

The pain grew and grew and I began to experience suicidal thoughts. I realized that life for me was at desperate impasse. I thought of the garage as a place where I might sit in the car and inhale carbon monoxide. I'd look at the rafters in the attic and think of them as places where I might hang myself. I looked at sharp objects as being implements for my wrist.
William Stryon on Suicide and Depression

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Jury Duty

Oh, and I got out of jury duty. When it asked if I had any mental or physical disability, I explained I was involuntarily committed to a mental hospital after a suicide attempt. Evidently, that works! And I am out. I am very glad. I am not sure if I could have handled it. Heck, I am not sure if I can handle the interim position with teaching.
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