Sunlight shines through the latticework and dappled onto the floor of the exhibition hall. In this warm and slightly heavy atmosphere, Jiarong held his mother's arm, the two smiled, and the camera captured this warm moment. A few months ago, they were still painful in each other's hearts, but now they have become patients, writing a story about depression together.
27-year-old Jiarong was once a young man struggling under the pressure of life. He started a company, not to make a profit, but to use his experience to support those who were also in trouble. On his social platform, he shared bits and pieces of depression, and these real records attracted the attention of many people, and also allowed him to find a partner who fought side by side with him.
In the more than 700 days accompanied by depression, Jiarong recorded his ** process with vlogs. Every struggle, every perseverance, was truly presented by him in front of the camera. These ** not only resonated with netizens, but also allowed him to find the sustenance of his soul. And when he confessed his illness to his mother, he didn't expect his mother to fall into the same predicament. In the midst of their illness, they gradually come to understand and work together to return to a normal life.
During the exhibition, Jiarong's story attracted the attention of many audiences. Among them, 16-year-old Madoka is one of them. She dropped out of school due to depression and was hospitalized several times, and now she is the protagonist of Jiarong's works. Their acquaintance originated from a chance encounter, and Madoka saw Jiarong's story on social platforms and was moved by his tenacity and bravery. The two meet at a bubble tea shop, and Madoka is carrying her Chihua, although there are some pimples on her face, but there is a determined glint in her eyes.
At the exhibition site, Madoka shared her story with Jiarong. She was originally an excellent student, but since the second year of junior high school, the increase in academic pressure has caused her to lose sleep and her memory has gradually declined. During a time when she was writing a text silently, she was criticized by her teacher for not being able to recite it, which made her feel frustrated. At one point, she even stood on the top floor of the school, wanting to end her life. Luckily, she eventually calmed down, sought help from counseling, and told her parents about her situation.
However, the process did not go smoothly. Madoka is very resistant to the company of her parents, feeling that their presence has increased her pressure. It was in such a predicament that she saw Jiarong's story and took the initiative to contact him. The two comforted and supported each other through chatting, and looked for a way out of the predicament together.
Jiarong also shared his own growth experience. He grew up with his parents' divorce and frequent school transfers, lacking the warmth and stable emotional support of his family. This allowed him to gradually form a people-pleasing personality in exchange for more living space. However, instead of bringing him real joy, this lifestyle plunged him into a deep depression.
At the age of 18, Jiarong began to live independently, and although his family's economic conditions were good, he could only rely on the limited living expenses given by his parents every month. In order to live, he had to try various jobs, and even fell into confusion and despair for a time. It wasn't until he realized that he might be suffering from depression that he began to seek professional **.
After being diagnosed with moderate depression, Jiarong tried to seek support from his mother, but what he got was his mother's doubts and incomprehension. This made him feel lonely and helpless, and it was not until he and his mother became friends that he gradually understood each other's pain and struggles.
At the exhibition, the story of Jia Rong and Madoka resonated with many audiences. By sharing their experiences, they have made more people aware of what depression is really like. After listening to their stories, many viewers have expressed that they want to face their illness bravely and actively seek **.
One of the post-00s girls who graduated not long ago hid in the corner and cried for a long time after listening to Jiarong's sharing. She told Jiarong that her family of origin was not happy, and that her parents' incomprehension made her feel painful. Jiarong comforted her with her own experience, telling her to keep hope and believe that she could overcome the disease.
After the exhibition, Jiarong received many private messages and thank-you letters from the audience. They all said that it was Jiarong's story that gave them the courage and strength to face their illness bravely. These letters made Jiarong deeply gratified, and also strengthened his belief in continuing to hold umbrellas for others.
Today's Jiarong is no longer the lonely and helpless young man. He uses his experiences and stories to provide warmth and support to those who are also in difficult situations. He believes that as long as we work together, we will be able to defeat the demon of depression and usher in a better future.
In this era full of challenges and opportunities, we need more people to use their own strength to warm and help others like Jiarong. Whether it's an umbrella that has been drenched in the rain or someone who has experienced the wind and rain, it can be a light in someone else's life. Let's work together to bring more love and hope to this world.