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It sounds like you’ve been through a lot, and it’s commendable that you’ve been able to reflect on your experiences. Depression is a complex and challenging condition, and it can affect people at a very young age. It’s important to remember that help is available, and many people find ways to manage and cope with depression over time. It’s also increasingly recognized as a common experience, and there are resources and support networks out there for people going through similar struggles. If you ever need to talk to someone, there are professionals and support groups that can provide assistance.

Business Minds Coffee Chat with Robert Mack | Ep. #30

At least not right away . And as I got older , my depression only deepened and the suicidal ideation only increased so much . So I get to the point where it was nearly impossible for me to get through a day , really get through an hour without thinking about and wanting to kill myself .

Business Minds Coffee Chat with Robert Mack | Ep. #30

I , my story started really with suicide and depression . I was deeply depressed . I remember being depressed at four or five years of age .

Business Minds Coffee Chat with Robert Mack | Ep. #30

I was deeply depressed . I remember being depressed at four or five years of age . Quite honestly , I couldn't quite describe it then of course .

Business Minds Coffee Chat with Robert Mack | Ep. #30

You know , you're right at the age of four or five , I didn't have the language really much for anything . Um , and I certainly didn't know what depression was . I just knew that I hated being in my own skin .

Business Minds Coffee Chat with Robert Mack | Ep. #30

So I , I there's two things that I'm thinking about at this moment . One of those is you , you were able to recognize the depression at a very early age . And I , I don't know if you had the language to be able to articulate it yet .