Eric had the largest of hearts Ive ever had the privilege of experiencing first hand. I am very thankful to have shared some of the best times of my life with him. I didnt see him often enough, but the happiest, most exciting, and most liberating moments were with him. He helped me grow out of my bubble, live, and was one of my closest friends. To some who didnt know him well, he may have sometimes projected a certain roughness, but he was refreshingly honest and incredibly kind through his actions. His warm, endearing attitude would cheer you up, no matter how down you may have felt. He was funny and talented in anything he focused on. My heart goes out to his sweet, loving family, to his friends-who hes clearly also tremendously touched with his thoughtfulness, passion, and talent-and to anyone else who has lost someone of such caliber. Nearly two weeks later, and, often, it doesnt feel real. I think the best way forward is to bring attention to this and to reach out to others. These events occur and are under-reported. By acknowledging their existence and having more conversations, hopefully more people can be saved. No one has to be alone in what they are going though, and there is no issue too big or too small for which to seek or give help. It is amazing how powerfully even a minute amount of human compassion can completely change our world from dark to light, sometimes. I hope that everyone knows that your family and friends are there for you, and that despite the diminishing, yet existent unfounded stigma towards it, professional mental therapy is normal and often a life changing positive experience. As important it is to listen more and treat each other more kindly, we also have to admit that we are not mind readers; people who need help need encouragement to speak up, despite the feeling that it is often the uncomfortable/awkward option to bring the issue up in the moment. With practice, it becomes easier. Ive learned honesty is an investment in your own future sanity and contentment. Maybe most people know these things, but I think we may have to continually remind each other. Most important of all, I think we need to be as good to others as Eric was. I wish I could have helped you in a similar way to how youve helped me. Rest in peace, buddy. For a heart so big, God wouldnt let it live. May angels lead you in.
Posted on: Wed, 26 Mar 2014 19:45:05 +0000
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