Depression

Well, this has been a difficult week. Monday evening I was compelled to start this series. Specifically, page 10 popped in my head. Everything else just came to me. By Friday night these first 12 pages were done.

Here are a few details into this series:

1) Yes, I have experienced clinical depression.

2) I specifically chose a strong, healthy man as the lead because they aren't immune to depression.

3) I didn't give him hair because it was easier to draw.

4) Being bald isn't why he's depressed.

5) Even though a person defeated depression in the past doesn't mean it can't touch them again.

6) That initial reaction is key - recognize it and respond accordingly.

7) Depression can come from an unexpected avenue.

I’ll go into the defense in the second installment next month.