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[SouthernDragon]

Good on Fiction, Devo, and the mods for coming together for this.

Kevin, I've been reading your posts since '06. You've got a community here that's rooting for you, dude. Don't go!

 

[Violet_0]

is there anyone i could talk to about this

One last thing before I go to bed, if anyone on GAF, be it Kevin or anyone else, is suffering from depression/anxiety and is having suicidal thoughts I am always willing to lend support and advice via PM. I've been there and sometimes advice from experience can make all the difference.

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[You Are Viewtiful]

That's great to hear. Keep holding on Kevin.

 

[Jinfash]

I don't know you well enough man, but I love you.

 

[Road of Ease]

Just wanted to express my happiness well wishes to KevinCox!

And NeoGAF is awesome.

That is all

 

[jgminto]

Good news.

 

[User 100115]

is there anyone i could talk to about this

You can always pm me at any time, I am happy to talk with anyone. My advice may be bad, but I can at least be a shoulder for you.

Also, I don't deserve praise guys. Kevin should get all the praise if he makes it through this. Fighting depression is the hardest fight anyone will ever have. It takes an incredible amount of strength to make it through. Praise him, not me.

 

[Astral]

Yay.

 

[enzo_gt]

Hey guys, just to let you know, I am talking with Kevin right now. Anything else I hear from him will be kept between him and me, but he is awake and alive right now, so that is something. You guys are awesome, and this forum is amazing at coming together as a community for it's members. Keep posting well wishes.

Thank god he's okay. And thanks to you and Devo for keeping in touch.

Please let him know GAF is here for him and here to support him. We have a lot of great members that go into threads like the Depression/Mental health and Girl-Age threads every day out of the goodness of their hearts just trying to help others, and I think that is something special and proof that he can find support here if he desires.

 

[MikeDip]

Very happy for the good news!

 

[Sibylus]

Great work, guys and gals. I hope you rest well and find some time for calm, Kevin.

 

[Sober]

I'm sure you've already told him about this thread and everyone hoping for the best for the guy. Just seeing how many people care about him, even if they are faceless strangers, should be at least some justification for keeping on living.

And of course like I said in the virgin thread, tell him that stuff is insignificant. It could happen when he's 30, 50, or never at all, and it won't make his life worth any less. Ignore anyone that tells you otherwise.

I recognized KC by his avatar but never spent too much time in OT to know he was suffering from depression. Either way, when he posted that he was turning 25 and some members encouraged him to go out with friends, socialize ... honestly he seemed to be showing tons of progress, even more than someone like myself. I don't want to embellish anything but that must've been super tough for him. It's a shame that he does meet people who don't really want to enjoy his company outside of their initial interaction.

Thanks for the people responsible for catching it and making sure he was safe. Pass on our love and support.

 

[Fonz72]

Good news. Pulling for you, Kevin.


This makes me proud to be part of GAF.

 

[squidyj]

I don't even know, man.

 

[DarkFlow]

GAF saves another life, this place really is amazing.

 

[iirate]

Best wishes to you Kevin!

 

[Sadsic]

GAF saves another life, this place really is amazing.

didnt we also instigate this

 

[blackflag]

Good news. Glad you're okay Kevin.

 

[Wazzy]

Glad to hear he's okay. I know what it's like to struggle with depression but just know that you'll always have people there for you. You just have to keep fighting it.

 

[andymcc]

didnt we also instigate this

what do you mean?

 

[Frolow]

Hey guys, just to let you know, I am talking with Kevin right now. Anything else I hear from him will be kept between him and me, but he is awake and alive right now, so that is something. You guys are awesome, and this forum is amazing at coming together as a community for it's members. Keep posting well wishes.

Wonderful news! Thank you again for getting in contact with him.

 

[Valtýr]

I don't really know the fellow or the context of the situation much but hopefully when all this is said and done he takes some time and evaluates whether or not life on the net is the best for him.

 

[DrBo42]

didnt we also instigate this

Not the time.

 

[Night_Trekker]

Glad to hear you're doing fine, Kevin.

 

[Crash Station]

Edit: Yeah, not the time

 

[squidyj]

didnt we also instigate this

lets not look at it too closely, not while everyone is feeling good about shit.

But I would also argue that neither the solution nor the problem were GAF's.
I say that really not caring for Mufasa or his stupid shtick.

Not the time.

when's the time? can we pencil it in for july?

 

[DarkFlow]

didnt we also instigate this

No idea, not really up to date on WHY he did it, but at least someone cared enough to stop him and make sure he was okay. If GAF some how made him want to do it is nether here nor there.

 

[dani_dc]

Very glad to hear that he's fine.
Hope he can get the help he needs.

is there anyone i could talk to about this

There's a thread on mental health that might be of help, if you need more immediate help there's list of people in the OP with contacts as well as a link to a chat:

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=541440

There are probably people that can help you better than me, but if you need someone to talk to don't hesitate to contact me either.

 

[mantidor]

God Damn Kevin!! *shakes fist*

Glad to hear you are ok, and you made me curse twice in the thread, and even say "God" ok really, good to hear everything did turn out alright.

 

[Ignis Fatuus]

didnt we also instigate this

It might have been the trigger for this particular episode, but the underlying condition isn't something anyone can control.

 

[Henchmen21]

didnt we also instigate this

When someone attempts suicide, there are obviously more deep seeded issues for them. Some internet message board is hardly the cause.

 

[filler]

Get well soon, breh!

 

[Thunder Monkey]

Kevin, I've got tears of happiness streaming down my face right now.

No matter what you think of yourself know that we care about you. You're one of us. Family to me at least. And never be afraid to ask for help when you get down like this. I've been to therapist after therapist. Sooner or later you'll find one that may help put it all in perspective. You've got the strength my friend.

And thank you Fiction. If only because you did not stop.

 

[Jinfash]

didnt we also instigate this

Of course not.

 

[Necromanti]

didnt we also instigate this

Hopefully, all it ends up instigating is him starting to get the help he needs.

 

[No_Style]

Pleasant news. Great job, Fiction.

 

[KevinCow]

I'm alive.

Just be aware that if you send an ambulance things aren't going to go smoothly. I'm not getting sent to collectioms for an ambulance ride I was forced into again.


And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?

And if I can't get people on message boards to like me, what chance do I have to make friends in real life.

 

[Smellycat]

I'm alive.

Just be aware that if you send an ambulance things aren't going to go smoothly. I'm not getting sent to collectioms for an ambulance ride I was forced into again.


And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?

And if I can't get people on message boards to like me, what chance do I have to make friends in real life.

We are all glad that you are ok!!!

 

[jon bones]

didnt we also instigate this

no

 

[sonikokaruto]

I'm alive.

Just be aware that if you send an ambulance things aren't going to go smoothly. I'm not getting sent to collectioms for an ambulance ride I was forced into again.


And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?

And if I can't get people on message boards to like me, what chance do I have to make friends in real life.

dude, we just don't want you to be hurt

 

[Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew]

I'm alive.

Just be aware that if you send an ambulance things aren't going to go smoothly. I'm not getting sent to collectioms for an ambulance ride I was forced into again.


And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?

And if I can't get people on message boards to like me, what chance do I have to make friends in real life.

Updates: NeoGAF User KevinCow currently bitter.

Good to know you're okay. We do love you.

 

[User 100115]

I'm alive.

Just be aware that if you send an ambulance things aren't going to go smoothly. I'm not getting sent to collectioms for an ambulance ride I was forced into again.


And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?

And if I can't get people on message boards to like me, what chance do I have to make friends in real life.

People like you because you are clever and funny and post great things. You are a beloved user here. Of course people like you.

You also happen to have depression, which makes you at times volatile and angry. That is not who are you are most of the time. Most of us can understand that.

 

[KevinCow]

When someone attempts suicide, there are obviously more deep seeded issues for them. Some internet message board is hardly the cause.

Telling me I'm useless and selfish for wanting a girl to like me certainly didn't help.

 

[ScraftyDevil]

I'm alive.

Just be aware that if you send an ambulance things aren't going to go smoothly. I'm not getting sent to collectioms for an ambulance ride I was forced into again.


And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?

And if I can't get people on message boards to like me, what chance do I have to make friends in real life.

I don't know you as well as some, but I value you and your opinion. If you were gone it would emotionally affect me, and that's no lie. You're a good person, and don't let you tell yourself otherwise.

 

[DrBo42]

I'm alive.

Just be aware that if you send an ambulance things aren't going to go smoothly. I'm not getting sent to collectioms for an ambulance ride I was forced into again.


And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?

And if I can't get people on message boards to like me, what chance do I have to make friends in real life.

There were many people here scrambling to get your personal info just to ensure your safety. That says something, Kevin. It's definitely not a sign that no one likes you or cares.

 

[KevinCow]

Updates: NeoGAF User KevinCow currently bitter.

That's an update?

 

[jon bones]

Telling me I'm useless and selfish for wanting a girl to like me certainly didn't help.

no one said anything even remotely close to that

 

[Seda]

And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters. It's just saying "We love you" to the guy you barely know when he's standing on the edge of a bridge. Most of you don't know me. I'm angry and volatile and extremelu opinionated. Why would anyone like me?.

I meant what I said.

 

[ThatObviousUser]

Telling me I'm useless and selfish for wanting a girl to like me certainly didn't help.

A good idea might be to stop reading threads like those, instead of threatening to kill yourself.

Seriously, I stopped reading the depressorati "Dad kills daughter then rapes her body - G.A.F.?" threads a long time ago and I'm much better for it. I suggest you do the same to any threads that are negatively affecting your mental health.

 

[shadyspace]

And a heaping load of bullshit to the people saying I'm one of their favorite posters.

Dude I'm real sorry you feel that way but all I can say is the truth: your posts have both made me laugh and made me think. I give consideration to our posts and I always will.