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So today, I had a hard day today, which like happened sometimes, and I just felt existing was a

struggle today.

Yeah, yeah.

And all I could think of was what's better for my kids, for me to be here and be like this, or for me to not be here?

Like, what's better for them?

I'm Hilary McBride.

I'm a clinical counselor, and this is other people's problems, a show about

real-life therapy sessions between me and my clients. This is an episode with my client who wants to be

called Bell. At this point, I want to give you a warning about the content of the episode.

Bell and I talk about suicide and suicidal thoughts. If that's something that's

difficult or painful for you, but you feel like it's safe to keep listening, this might be a good

time to think of some of the things that you can do to care for yourself as you listen.

As part of this podcast, we're going to be releasing an extra with more information about recognizing and responding to suicidal thoughts in those that we know or love.

You might recognize Bell from season one of other people's problems.

In Bell's episode in Season 1, we were talking more about her eating disorder behavior and thoughts and how she often turns to food to manage intense emotions.

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