I have always appreciated advice from certain people. Other people however freely give advice, but it all sounds like it comes from the same page of the same book. I suppose it's normal for we human being's to have a few solid foundations from which we gain traction in this life. For some, it's the worship of God in whatever religion. I mean, history shows that we human beings kill one another over religion. It affects global politics. Other people find solace in ways other than worshiping a higher being. No matter who or what we use as our foundations for this life, we must always remember that no two people can possibly see this world in the same way(s). This cannot be done. This is why it is important to have a better understanding of where the person is coming from as far as the advice one may choose to receive. Of course, putting any advice into play without some kind of knowledge about who and where they get their thoughts is not a good idea. Even a trusted friend and ally can see the point on much different terms which flags any advice in regard to said point. I am always a bit curious about folks who go straight to their religion as a source and foundation for any advice they might give.

I can spot a depressed person from quite a distance. They come in all shapes and sizes and they come in all colors and classes. For example, depression can be brought on through obsession. Not too long ago, a family man from the midwest came out to Vegas. He gambled for a few days and then went back to his hotel and blew his brains all over the wall of his room. People around here say he pissed away his money and then lost it. I mean, nobody knows a thing about this guy and the majority idea is just that, he lost control and then lost it. Well I think there is more to it than that. I think he had a plan like a friend of mine did back in 92. For some people, depression finally reaches that point of no return. It's that point where thoughts are over and words mean nothing. For some people, the decision is made and the plan is carried out. My friend in 92 did something unusual for a guy however. Most guys just shot themselves in the head. My friend took pills and drank whiskey. I knew he lost all the money his father left him because of his step father and mother. He was used to buying his friends. He never had to buy me. I wish I would have seen it coming. Looking back, I don't think there is much I could have done. It's no big sign of success to notice a depressed person. I just see people that's all. I see in others what exists in myself. I fight every day not to exit this life. I need a reason not to go through with it. I suspect over time it will get increasingly difficult for me.