You Might Just Save a Life with This Single Phrase

Today’s email is NOT about bodybuilding. It’s not about diet, mindset or goals… and yet, I would argue, this message is more important than any of those things.

It’s about suicide.

Here’s the story:

You know me by now, and you know that my brain (hopefully like yours) is a sponge for wisdom! Recently, I was watching some TED talks and I came across one given by a decorated police officer of nearly three decades…

During his career, Kevin Briggs worked in the area surrounding the Golden Gate Bridge in California. Sadly, that spot is one of the most common places people who take their own lives, jump from. (he said people actually FLY INTO California to die here.)

I’m including the link to the full talk below, but one thing REALLY struck me, which I want to share with you now:

Now, we all know someone who’s struggled with depression, or worse. Some of us have even known someone to have commit suicide. And what’s always struck me is that those who knew the person often didn’t see it coming.

But there are signs, and there is a single question one can ask that, according to Officer Briggs, just might save their life. Here it is:

“A few people suffering under comparable circumstances have taken their own lives. Is this something you’ve considered?”

That single question, asked without judgement, without condemnation, just might turn things around for your friend, family member or co-worker… or stranger!

So, today’s message is somber, but consider this:

Life on this planet is precious, and we at Crazy Muscle all believe that sending this email is worth it…

Sharing this might just save someone’s life.

Mental illness afflicts so many around us, but few are aware of what’s happening, while many others are embarrassed or ashamed to reveal what’s going on in their minds.

--->Let’s be the positive force for good today. Let’s pay attention to others, and let’s pay things forward, in gratitude for all we have, as we do our best to make the lives around us even better than before!

--->You’d be surprised how much power an intentional smile, an unexpected “hello” or a random high-five can have on a stranger who just might have needed that smile, “hello” or high-five today.

I trust this message finds you well--and if not, let someone know! You’re always welcome to hit reply and talk to us.

We’re here for you.