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Maria Vicini's avatar

Wow, thanks for the honesty and vulnerability with this one, you should be so proud of yourself for climbing out of that darkness. I think anyone who has gone through dark mental times or loves someone who has will really appreciate you writing about your experiences openly and honestly. I definitely do. Give Bia a huge hug. And give yourself one after that. You’re a badass and the world is lucky you’re still in it!

Kyle Long's avatar

Your words mean a lot friend, thank you 🙏

Dave McFadden's avatar

Thank you, Kyle for sharing such deeply personal words. It is humbling to read them. I have a dear friend who was once in the place you were. Like you, she courageously shares her story. And like you, she inspires many.

Kyle Long's avatar

I really appreciate these words and I’m so glad your friend is here ❤️

Dave McFadden's avatar

I sure am too.

Abdullah's avatar

Damn

Steven Bubel MS, CSCS's avatar

Damn, Kyle. Respect. On so many levels.

Kyle Long's avatar

Thanks my friend

B.Coil's avatar

So glad you’re here. ❤️

Kyle Long's avatar

Likewise 🙏

Josh S's avatar

In the current age of social media it can feel isolating going through hard times while seeing nothing but the highlight reels of others. Your story greatly resonated with me and I commend you for being so vulnerable.

Kyle Long's avatar

Thank you for this 🙌

Ken Starr's avatar

This was truly inspirational. Thank you for sharing your story. I’m so thankful for people who have gone through the fire and come out the other side willing to share what they’ve learned. Stories like this remind me that no matter what someone is going through, there is always hope. I truly believe every person has a purpose in life, and sometimes our hardest experiences can help us see that purpose more clearly.

Thank you so much.

Kyle Long's avatar

Thank you for your words 🙌

Kayla Moore's avatar

There is so much within this article that I deeply resonate with. Thank you for sharing not only your story, but a message of hope.

Kyle Long's avatar

Thank you both for reading and for your words