Dad Helps Me Beat Depression

Dad got me through depression >Took me to the gym >Encouraged me to go out and get exercise even if it's just walking the dog >can't lift shit at first but progress becomes noticeable >enjoy the walks through nature with my pup >dad encourages me to do martial arts >join MMA gym doing mostly Muay Thai >pretty much addicted to it >love the pain >changes his eating habits to help me get used to new healthy diet >losing fat fast >gaining mass fast >confidence through the roof >every milestone he gets excited with me >no longer depressed >he tells me he's proud of me I fucking love you dad, I'm so incredibly lucky I'm your son

A son describes how his father helped him overcome depression by encouraging exercise, dog walks, martial arts, Muay Thai, and healthier eating. The punchline is an intensely sincere expression of love and gratitude toward his dad, making it useful as a heartfelt reaction to someone offering strong support or changing your life for the better.

• @jeppa420 / 14689 2021-03-07