Eric

I think we have to accept that we have as much of an issue openly discussing WORKING on our MH, as we do openly discussing our challenges.  Normalization campaigns have existed for decades now – trying to get folks to open up, be more vulnerable, & share. But what about once we do all of …

9/17/21: Therapy Is Gym For The Brain Read More »

First time I spoke to @theofleury14, 4 yrs ago, I asked: Would you give up your favorite NHL goal, to save someone’s life? He’d never been asked the question before. But he immediately said back to me…& it’s stuck w me since: “I’d give up my Stanley Cup ring & Olympic Gold Medal, just to …

9/14/21: Our Purpose Doesn’t Come From “Things” Read More »

Have shared recently that it’s been a tough run. Loss of two friends…one from HS, one who helped me when I was at my lowest. Then the news that one of my closest friends growing up as a kid, lost his dad yesterday. Someone who was a fixture in my childhood. At times when it …

9/13/21: The Power Of The Innocence Of Children Read More »

I’ve been there…I am there right now…& the only way to feel better (from what I’ve learned – over many failed other attempts at trying to find different ways – is to be open about it, face it, & keep diligent about it, till you get past it). For some reason (as much as it …

9/12/21: Sticking To Your Routine No Matter What Read More »

If you were old enough to remember watching it (in person or on TV) in real time, it still lives inside you. And “it” is trauma. I’m not sure there’s been an event, in the history of our planet, that traumatized so many, so quickly. The Kennedy assassination was awful – & though it was …

9/11/21: The Most Traumatic Day In The History Of Our Planet Read More »

It’s become all too common to hear about the losses of public figures to suicides. We see pictures of their smiling faces before the tragedies – and the line underneath usually says something to the effect of: “this is what suicide looks like.” It’s an attempt at normalization: “see, celebrities struggle too.” But as a …

9/10/21: World Suicide Prevention “Real” Global Message Read More »

Shared the news yesterday of the tragic passing of my friend Anthony, in Stories. Have had a lot of loss lately – those I’ve grown up w, or gotten to know over the yrs. This loss of Anthony hit really hard, bc of how giving he was. When I was in the throes of my …

9/8/21: Those Who Help Others Should Never Have To Struggle Read More »

Especially on a holiday wknd, I thought this was an impt msg to share. I often write what I’m feeling/sensing in the moment- in my own life, the life of those who share w me, etc. My hope is, these notes help those of you out there, whenever you feel something similar- now or down …

9/6/21: You’re Never Alone In LONELINESS Read More »

How often in this space do we hear: “Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of strength.” Or…”You’re not weak if you reach out. Everyone needs the support of others at times.” Why’s there always a need to justify? By even mentioning the word weak, we’re re-enforcing that this is the …

9/5/21: Let’s Stop Justifying And Start Focusing On Empowerment Read More »

When we get into college, someone typically talks to us about college life, so we are prepared, & know what to expect – the highlights & some of the challenges. When we go in for surgery, someone who’s had the procedure before, talks to us abt their experience, so we know what to expect – …

9/3/21: Stop, Drop, & Roll of Suicide Prevention Read More »