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“To Harald, may God forgive you and forgive me, too, but I prefer to take my life away and our baby's before I bring him with shame or killing him, Lupe. [Suicide note.]” quote by Lupe Velez
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“To Harald, may God forgive you and forgive me, too, but I prefer to take my life away and our baby's before I bring him with shame or killing him, Lupe. [Suicide note.]”

Lupe Velez

About This Quote

Source Suicide note, personal letter

The writer expresses deep despair, feeling unable to face the future and fearing shame for a child, choosing death over perceived dishonor.

In simple terms: Despair leads to choosing death over shame.

Key Takeaway

Seek help before hopelessness deepens.

Themes

despair shame family suicide

Mood

tragic desperate

Type

personal emotional

When to use this quote

  • mental health crisis
  • family planning
  • support counseling

Key Concepts

psychological distress guilt hopelessness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What support could have changed this decision?
  • How does shame influence mental health?
A Different Perspective

Suicide may not resolve underlying pain; alternatives exist.

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