Sam,

This is beautiful and honest and you’re truly incredible. I know I don’t know you but I’m thrilled that you made it out on the other side. I too suffer from depression, seriously considered taking my life six months ago, and was afraid of the repercussions of being honest about being stuck in darkness. Would people be afraid to hang out with me? Would no one hire me? Would I have the big D mark of depression as an indelible mark.

But then I thought, fuck it. If people weren’t going to appreciate the fact that I went through something horrible and heartbreaking and I made every effort to get better, they aren’t the kind of people I want to know. I don’t want them on my bus or in my tribe.

You are amazing. Know this. And forget anyone who doesn’t see the light you’re working so hard to stand in.

Warmly, Felicia