Some poor soul was hit by a train this morning.
As much as it was an inconvenience for me, this was somebody's friend, loved one, colleague, neighbour, sibling, etc.
It kinda puts things in perspective.
Accident or otherwise, reach out to those that might need your support.
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By *ndykayMan
over a year ago
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"Was held up on the bypass this morning because of an accident involving a motorbike. Hopefully the rider wasn’t seriously hurt
That's another one close to my heart. Hope the rider is ok.
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The bike didn’t look damaged so hopefully they were ok. My guess is it was hit by a car changing lanes 
Remember to look twice for bikes people |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Poor soul. Always hate to here about these things happening but sadly its getting more frequant these days."
Unfortunately while cuts continue to be made to mental health services it will only continue rising.
Reach out to someone today, ask if they're ok, smile at strangers, start conversations, make connections. You'll never know the difference it can make to someone
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I feel sorry for all the train drivers that have to live with hitting someone on the tracks. I don't believe suicide is selfish. But doing it that way is |
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By *ndykayMan
over a year ago
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"I feel sorry for all the train drivers that have to live with hitting someone on the tracks. I don't believe suicide is selfish. But doing it that way is "
I agree with you there. Many never return to work |
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By (user no longer on site)
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My friend when he was 8 and his brother was 5 were with their father and he walked then to a railway line and told them both to sit down and watch. They did and their father preceded to walk to the railway line, sat down on it, legs crossed and looked at his kids as the train killed him.
The younger brother eventually ended up in a mental hospital with breakdowns throughout his life while his brother would sometimes break down crying thinking back. He's 40 now but no one should go through that.
Also did I see that someone was killed by a tram in Edinburgh the other day  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"That, Peter, is one of the worst things I've read. Almost unbelievable. "
Serious, it's true, I found out from my friend when he was 19 I got invited to play 5s and he was there I was 28, we hit it off good laugh etc.. n about few months later he broke down on a night out with me and that's where he told me. His uncle played in the 5s and he confirmed it and said his father had depression issues throughout his life.
It's so sad, I have a brother who had been in and out of mental institutions so theses things are so common.
All we can do is be there for each other and help out and be positive around people as you never know someone in or near your company may need some good laughs and consideration instead of looking at the negatives
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By *imbobaMan
over a year ago
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"That, Peter, is one of the worst things I've read. Almost unbelievable.
Serious, it's true, I found out from my friend when he was 19 I got invited to play 5s and he was there I was 28, we hit it off good laugh etc.. n about few months later he broke down on a night out with me and that's where he told me. His uncle played in the 5s and he confirmed it and said his father had depression issues throughout his life.
It's so sad, I have a brother who had been in and out of mental institutions so theses things are so common.
All we can do is be there for each other and help out and be positive around people as you never know someone in or near your company may need some good laughs and consideration instead of looking at the negatives
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Wasn't questioning the truth of it Peter - just wishing it wasn't true. Sometimes you wish you could unread something.
Sadly I'm well aware of the effects of depression and you are right - good company and good humour are very important. |
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"That, Peter, is one of the worst things I've read. Almost unbelievable.
Serious, it's true, I found out from my friend when he was 19 I got invited to play 5s and he was there I was 28, we hit it off good laugh etc.. n about few months later he broke down on a night out with me and that's where he told me. His uncle played in the 5s and he confirmed it and said his father had depression issues throughout his life.
It's so sad, I have a brother who had been in and out of mental institutions so theses things are so common.
All we can do is be there for each other and help out and be positive around people as you never know someone in or near your company may need some good laughs and consideration instead of looking at the negatives
Wasn't questioning the truth of it Peter - just wishing it wasn't true. Sometimes you wish you could unread something.
Sadly I'm well aware of the effects of depression and you are right - good company and good humour are very important. "
It's kl I know you weren't questioning it. It's bad for you thinking of it, it's had an effect on me hearing it from my mate and seeing his anguish on his face and in his eyes as he told me. |
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You'd think with the amount of times this has happened there would be better security on the rails. But it is understandable there is so much track to cover it impossible |
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"I feel sorry for all the train drivers that have to live with hitting someone on the tracks. I don't believe suicide is selfish. But doing it that way is "
This happened to my neighbour!
His wife asked me to look after her sons while she went to collect her husband .
The poor guy was shaking like a leaf when she brought him home and that was hours after the incident .
Poor guy needed counselling but was never the same guy after that |
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By *exicolaMan
over a year ago
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"You'd think with the amount of times this has happened there would be better security on the rails. But it is understandable there is so much track to cover it impossible"
Yeah its impossible.
You can make it more difficult for someone to take their life, but if they are determined enough you cant stop it. |
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"You'd think with the amount of times this has happened there would be better security on the rails. But it is understandable there is so much track to cover it impossible
Yeah its impossible.
You can make it more difficult for someone to take their life, but if they are determined enough you cant stop it."
sad but true ! |
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By *imbobaMan
over a year ago
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"It's kl I know you weren't questioning it. It's bad for you thinking of it, it's had an effect on me hearing it from my mate and seeing his anguish on his face and in his eyes as he told me. "
I can only imagine what it would be like hearing that first hand. It's bad enough as it is. Won't deny it's altered my mood for the day.
I suppose we need to take from such tragedies the lesson of gratitude for what we have.
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By *exicolaMan
over a year ago
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I lost a close family member to hanging at the turn of the century. We believed one reason may have been he was struggling with his sexuality.
Cant imagine what he was going through at that time. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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If any of you have the opportunity you should attend ASIST training. (wee Google search will give you all the info you need). Heavy going but very worth while. |
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"If any of you have the opportunity you should attend ASIST training. (wee Google search will give you all the info you need). Heavy going but very worth while."
Well said |
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"If any of you have the opportunity you should attend ASIST training. (wee Google search will give you all the info you need). Heavy going but very worth while."
The Mental Health for First Aid is also a good course, great for an over view and understanding of mental health issues |
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"If any of you have the opportunity you should attend ASIST training. (wee Google search will give you all the info you need). Heavy going but very worth while.
The Mental Health for First Aid is also a good course, great for an over view and understanding of mental health issues"
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As my brother when first diagnosed with his mental problems, he had tried to commit suicide 5 times in 3 years. Its hard and takes it toll on not just me but lots of close family and friends and they are all affected differently.
Sometimes for people its good to talk and organisations like 'ASIST' and 'The Mental Health for First Aid' can only help so if you are even feeling lost or alone or seen something that has hit you hard and need help or just someone to listen then they might be the help you need  |
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"As my brother when first diagnosed with his mental problems, he had tried to commit suicide 5 times in 3 years. Its hard and takes it toll on not just me but lots of close family and friends and they are all affected differently.
Sometimes for people its good to talk and organisations like 'ASIST' and 'The Mental Health for First Aid' can only help so if you are even feeling lost or alone or seen something that has hit you hard and need help or just someone to listen then they might be the help you need "
They're training courses to enable people to support others with mental ill health rather than organisations. The courses wouldn't really be places to go for support or help if you're dealing with an issue. They're great courses to do if you want knowledge and confidence in how to have those difficult conversations with people.
Breathing Space, SAMH, Penumbra, Turning Point Scotland are just a few charities that can help and support people.
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"My friend when he was 8 and his brother was 5 were with their father and he walked then to a railway line and told them both to sit down and watch. They did and their father preceded to walk to the railway line, sat down on it, legs crossed and looked at his kids as the train killed him.
The younger brother eventually ended up in a mental hospital with breakdowns throughout his life while his brother would sometimes break down crying thinking back. He's 40 now but no one should go through that.
Also did I see that someone was killed by a tram in Edinburgh the other day "
Ffs I used to think I was hard done by when my da would leave me sitting outside the bookies. That's a cunt of a thing to do |
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By *ndykayMan
over a year ago
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Peter, it shows that you are a true friend as you sat and listened. Often that’s what people really need but they don’t know who to turn to. We ALL need someone we can unburden to from time to time.
It doesn’t have to be someone close, often it’s easier to say it to a stranger. Just remember, talk first, doesn’t matter who to, as long as they are willing to listen and help you find the right people to help should you need it.
And if you know someone who is struggling, ask them if they fancy a cuppa and a sit down. It’s a simple thing but it can go a long way
No one is strong enough to deal with everything on their own. But you have to be strong to admit you need to talk or ask for help. Sometimes it’s easier if someone asks how you are. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I lost half my life and my planned future to a railway suicide. The devastation left behind is crippling. We can only hope our loved ones finally found peace xx |
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I was witness to a suicide a few weeks ago, and to say it was horrific is an understatement.
Whoever asked about the trams, yes someone was killed but it’s still being investigated, was speculation at time on social media about it but nothing more has been said |
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