I’ve been through a lot in the past few years, having lost two generations of my family. It’s hard to describe the pain, confusion, and emotional turmoil that come with such loss. But I’m not here to judge anyone else’s journey; I just want to share my own experience.
Over the course of four years, I lost my parents and three of my four grandparents. It almost destroyed me, especially on top of life’s regular stresses. Thankfully, my wife saw that I was struggling and encouraged me to seek help. And that’s exactly what I did.
There’s no shame in seeking treatment for your mental health. And when it comes to Kanye West, I believe he could benefit from in-patient treatment. It’s clear that no one in his inner circle is giving him the constructive feedback he needs to get back on track.
There are only two occasions for thinking of someone, according to Baby Face. And I think the same goes for the journey of life: we’re either making decisions that bring us closer to living or closer to dying. Our behavior is a reflection of where we stand on that spectrum.
Kanye’s recent behavior seems increasingly irrational and confused. While I understand that grief can cause a delusional state, confusion is not aligned with life. The Bible teaches us that our words have power and can manifest the quality of our existence. During a recent visit to Joel Osteen, Kanye expressed his belief that Jesus has won the victory and “the greatest artist God ever created is now working for him.”
In the end, we must all make our own decisions and journeys. But I encourage anyone struggling with mental health to seek help and make intentional positive decisions that move them closer to living. My heart goes out to Kanye and anyone else going through a difficult time.
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