Tony's Abyss

Tony's life started like any other kid's-filled with school, friends, and dreams. Despite his struggle with academics, he excelled in sports, finding solace and purpose on the field. Yet, behind his athletic prowess lay a young man battling feelings of inadequacy and heartbreak, used by women who preyed on his kindness. Seeking an escape, Tony turned to violence and drugs, a path that led to a near-fatal overdose.

In recovery, Tony confronted a newfound fear of death. Panic attacks and depression gripped him as he wrestled with the loss of a close friend and his own dark thoughts. Becoming a counselor, he helped others with their mental health struggles while silently suffering in isolation. The kindness he showed others was a light in his darkness, yet he found no such solace for himself.

Years passed, marked by battles with nerve problems, insomnia, and persistent headaches. The voices in his head, though a source of comfort, were also a sign of his ongoing struggle. Pulled back into the world by a friend, Tony began dating, traveling, and engaging in life once more. But he remained in the abyss, seeking help yet finding none.

As Tony's journey unfolds, he grapples with depression and the desire for peace through death. The question looms-will Tony find the help he needs, or will he remain lost in the shadows until the end?