Last time Quote by Anonymous
““I won’t lie. Looking back is difficult—my memories are tinged with hollowness and shame. Still, I wasn’t suicidal. I mean, sure. This last time, I did drink the poison—and maybe this sounds weird, but it just never occurred to me that I would really die from it. And I didn’t. Not technically. But psychiatry, like alchemy, is a very inexact science. You’d think psychiatrists of all people would have a sense of humor about an occasional lapse in judgment like taking a few drops of poison. They don’t. (Having just reread this note, I’m fairly certain the words are not exactly coming out the””
About This Quote
Source Personal Diary Entry, 2020
The writer reflects on a near‑suicidal episode, feeling shame and emptiness, yet survived, questioning the precision of psychiatric practice.
In simple terms: The author survived a suicide attempt, feels shame, and doubts psychiatric reliability.
Key Takeaway
Seek help and honest dialogue about mental health struggles.
Themes
mental health
suicide
shame
psychiatry
self‑reflection
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
personal
cautionary
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- support groups
- personal journaling
- crisis hotlines
Key Concepts
psychology
stigma
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What support could improve mental health care?
- How to confront shame after a crisis?
A Different Perspective
Professional help may not always feel adequate.
