To hear shocking news.
A dear friend’s son—someone with a loving wife, three beautiful children, and a seemingly perfect life—took his own life.
He had been fighting depression for a long time.
Only now do I realize how terrifying and destructive this illness truly is.
My thoughts won’t stop.
How dark must his world have felt,
that leaving it all behind seemed like the only escape?
What unbearable pain did he live with,
to make such a tragic choice in the middle of his home?
It’s horrifying.
It reminds us that the things we see on the surface often hide unbearable struggles underneath.
Depression isn’t just sadness — it’s a relentless force that distorts everything.
It whispers lies:
that you’re a burden,
that your family would be better off without you,
that there’s no hope for tomorrow. It drains your energy, steals your joy,
and turns even the simplest tasks into impossible mountains.
We need to understand depression and break the silence.
“While writing this story, I was reminded of a previous piece I wrote”
<https://smilewithme.today/crohns-disease/>
The devil’s whisper
not only for my own peace,
but for everyone who’s been touched by its shadow.
We must learn to talk about it.
We must recognize the signs — in others and in ourselves.
Depression is not weakness.
It is an illness.
And just as we would see a doctor for a broken bone,
we must seek professional help for our mental health.
It warps reality,
making you believe things that aren’t true.
It can make you feel worthless, unloved,
and completely alone — even in a crowded room.
The weight can be so crushing
that getting out of bed feels impossible.
We need to understand this monster.
Imagine your own mind turning against you —
replaying your worst moments,
amplifying your flaws,
and silencing every voice of hope.
That pain doesn’t simply fade.
And because of stigma, people suffer in silence,
afraid of being judged or misunderstood.
They smile at their children,
go to work,
and pretend they’re fine —
while inside, a storm rages.
We need to break that silence.
We need a world where someone can say, “I’m not okay,”
and be met not with judgment,
but with compassion and understanding.
Don’t give up hope; we’re here for you.
It convinces its victims that their pain is their fault
and that there’s no way out.
But there is a way out.
There is help.
There is treatment.
There is hope.
If you’re struggling,
please remember — you are not alone.
Your feelings are not your fault.
Depression is an illness, and it can be treated.
Reaching out for help is not weakness —
it is the bravest and strongest thing you can do.
Talk to a friend, a family member, a doctor, or a therapist.
If you or someone you know is in crisis,
please seek help right away.
Your life matters.
You deserve to live it fully.
Let’s care for one another.
Let’s listen without judgment.
Let’s be the strength someone desperately needs.
did you ever hear about this kind of terrifying story around your side?
Listen also: [The Silent Monster – on Bandcamp]
Take care of yourself — and each other. 💛
🕊️ Mental Health & Crisis Support Information
🇺🇸 For readers in the United States
If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or thinking about suicide,
call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You can also visit 988lifeline.org for chat support and more resources.
Free and confidential help is always available. ❤️
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