At some point, we all arrive at a crossroads. We know there is a decision to make. And somewhere deep down, we often know which path we should take. The problem is, it isn't always the easier one. Sometimes the right path comes with discomfort, uncertainty, conflict and sleepless nights. The other path offers something incredibly tempting: relief. It makes the problem go away. At least for now.

The truth about depression, midlife and the grey monster I still fight. Some mornings, I feel it before my feet even touch the floor. It is sitting on my chest—that familiar grey monster telling me, This is going to be one of those days. If I leave it unchecked, it can derail the entire day. I become quiet, irritable and difficult to be around. Often, I seek solitude because I know I am not showing up as the husband, friend or person I want to be.

The truth about depression, midlife and the grey monster I still fight. Some mornings, I feel it before my feet even touch the floor. It is sitting on my chest—that familiar grey monster telling me, This is going to be one of those days. If I leave it unchecked, it can derail the entire day. I become quiet, irritable and difficult to be around. Often, I seek solitude because I know I am not showing up as the husband, friend or person I want to be.