Depression. Hopelessness. Battle
Weary. Despair. Many of us have used these terms to relay our
feelings. I have been on this road.....a lot.
In light of Robin Williams' death, we
have been encouraged to support the depressed. Pretty hard to do if
you don't know if someone is in need of help. Personally, I think one of the
worst things you can say to a depressed person is "Don't worry - Be Happy!" which empathizes the point that they should not be
blue and creates an overwhelming feeling of guilt.
I encourage you to watch David Letterman's tribute to
Robin Williams linked here. David shared his relationship with his close friend of many
years. As close as they were, Mr. Letterman had absolutely no idea
of Robin Williams' pain.