These words were used by Brian Dawkins in his Hall of Fame Induction Speech last night. He gave an impassioned 22 minute speech where he praised his teammates, coaches, Philadelphia Eagles, fans and his family.
There's hope, there is something on the other side. Don't stay where you are keep moving, keep pushing through. He is referring to his struggle with depression and how close he came to dying by suicide.
He credits his wife for encouraging him to seek professional help. He credits his family and teammates for keeping him focused.
I can relate I credit my sweetie for suggesting I have depression and encouraging me to seek professional help. I did and have become open and honest about my struggle and journey.
Everyday more and more people come forward and share their struggle and journey. People from all walks of life. There is no shame, no weakness in admitting your struggle.
Being a male there was a certain machoism that had to be maintained. You couldn't show weakness. You couldn't cry in public. You had to have a tough exterior. This is all bullshit.
Once I became open about my struggle, I found like minded people who understood the struggle and could relate either directly or indirectly.
Occasionally, I would come across someone who did not want to hear about my struggle. That's okay they were not ready.
Keep moving, keep moving forward and reach out when you need to.
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