"A semicolon is used when an author could’ve ended a sentence but chose not to. You are the author and the sentence is your life. " (project semicolon)
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I am thrilled that in our present time, there is a means to broadcast the existence and seriousness of the mental and physical difficulties of the state that is depression and it's associated troubles. Websites like "project semicolon" help to bring this psychosis to the forefront in a not so intrusive way. During the formative years of my life, depression, suicide, addictions and issues as such were not discussed openly. And more often then not, ignored. And in my experience, because these troubles were not real phobias to be talked about, drug use and abuse was the Band-Aid for these problems. At least it was for me!
Depression for me was and is brought on by the fear of failure, and or lack of perfection. And even though failure is a real probability in life, it tends to bring on the emotions and trauma that are associated with the fear of embarrassment and ridicule. Especially when one's motives are pure, not manipulated, and a risk. The ability to deal with it and pick one self back up is a learned trait, and that can be a smothering lesson when there is not a support system. In my experience, devotion to the Church and Religion helped to keep my troubles in line. They were a tool. A template for behavior. But it wasn't enough. It wasn't genuine, internal, or lasting. The pains were still there, they weren't going away and drugs became a masking agent. Until troubles continued to escalate with no relief in sight.
With me, genuine, internal, and lasting relief came through the realization of my salvation in Jesus Christ and the presence of the Holy Spirit! My faith was no longer just a template of a word, but a true change of heart and person. Just like an alcohol or drug abuser of the past, one cannot take for granted the struggles, emotions and anxieties that still occur, but for me, now, God is here as my ever present support system. And the time I spend on my bike is when I recharge with God. Bible scriptures I've read come to life in my head and in my heart as I ride. Listening to music ministers to me, especially when I hear verses sung expressing similar issues of life telling me, I'm not the only one. I feel as if God is directing me and teaching me as I ride and pray through my struggles. I have peace! I'm able to press on through faith with my dreams, ambitions and life.
The Semicolon Project brings to the forefront that depression, suicide, addictions and anxieties, are real life issues that are actually quite abundant in our society today. These issues are real and real people are struggling. Fortunately for me, I found Christ. He is my Cornerstone! Without him I can't imagine where I would be today!
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