I’ve been getting a emails from people I don’t know, and some from people I do. Thanks everyone.
Most of the notes have been supportive and start with something like this-
So Sank, where ya been?
Around.. bout the best response I can give.
Donin’ what?
Working, mostly. Hanging out. Sort’a existing.
Fact is I been kinda low. Had me some melancholy, a nice word for depression.
I get that sometimes.
Sucks.
So what’re ya gonna do about it?
Well, for the first time in a couple years I reached out. Spent some money on some professional help. Someone to bounce stuff off, get that third party perspective. I’ve been talking to myself about for the last month and I’m not a very good, or very objective listener. Not when it comes to myself.
So I found someone to chat with. It was good.
Why are you writing about this? TMI Dude. T. M. I.
Great question. I guess it’s partially because I don’t hide much here, I tend to lay it all out. I also feel like all you great readers who have sent me notes and asked questions.. I should answer them for you.
Good news is I’m feeling better already.
Good for you for getting some assistance with your melancholy, Sank. Glad to see you’re feeling better!
A good friend who is an artist (painter, print maker, sculptor, puppet maker) says those depressive times are usually preludes to active and creative periods for him. Hope this one is for you, too.
take care of yourself, my friend!
I follow you on Twitter. That way I always get a fix.
We can all use an objective ear/voice in our lives. Praying it helps point you in the right direction.