Bullied, tormented, and even tortured, gays around the world and in the US are ending their lives. Inoculated against the pain and negative thoughts of feeling suicidal: 24 Affirmations The epidemic of suicide is shattering our country, families, and circles. It is the most preventable cause of death there is. Worse yet, the loss of one life robs the world of love, joy, and creativity that person had to offer. 24 affirmations smack suicidal ideas in the face. Suicide inoculation works! Charles K Bunch, PhD, clinical therapist, author and director of Boise Bipolar Center Hope Abounds