A South African man Andile Matsha from an Eastern Cape village says he is suffering from depression and slowly dying. He even contemplates suicide as he posted a picture of a hanging person. South Africans have begun contacting and helping him out of his situation.
Andile posted, “My name is Andile Matsha, from Eastern cape in Ncera village. I’m Depressed and i’m slowly dying, and i am not asking for much please keep me in your prayers and thoughts and thru meditation.”
Many other Twitter users have also commented on the post indicating that they are also suffering from depression.
His Twitter post attracted attention from a lot of well wishers including prominent people and celebs.
Here is how South Africans are helping Andile Matsha from depression and suicide
“Musician Lvovo DMed Andile: he posted, “Check your DM bhuti.”
“A Twitter user asked if he Andile got professional help, to which he replied that he did.”
“Hello Andile, Free Therapy is available in SA, if you need help please reach out to
@TheSADAG or call 0800456789/ 0800567567 Or @PsyCaD or call 0115593106”
“Deuteronomy 31:8 “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
“Some one asked for his number, and Andile responded with the number: 071 095 1172”
“Andile I am a surviving depression patient. Please start by writing down your affirmations simple ones. I wrote “ I am a survivor” every time I felt like giving up. I think I filled a wholeA5 96pg book with those words. Even when I was heavily medicated.”
“Please Sir don’t even think of taking your own life. Seek all the necessary help available in your area. Contact a local spiritual leader for one on one session even if it is through a phone call. I know public hospitals have psychologist and services are free of charge.”
“Just saw this message and I promise to put you in my prayers. You will gain more strength and be stronger. I’m will to have a free hour session with you tomorrow at 13h00pm. Candle Place of worship. You are in a process of finding the power within you”
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“Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear for I am with you, do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Nyamezela mfethu.”
Others are also insensitive:
Other South Africans have also indicated they are suffering from like Andile Matsha
“Hi Andile, I am Nandipha Mpote and i suffer from depression. I will keep you in my prayers.”
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