Stay HERE.......WE need you! All bipolar persons will have suicidal thoughts at some time 1 of 5 bipolar will attempt suicide Half of those will succeed in the suicide. Inoculated against the pain and negative thoughts of feeling suicidal: 74 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 plus 50 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