@jax_baki: Sometimes, shooting content doesn’t go the way you planned… Mental health is something that means a lot to me, and I think it’s important to talk about it. You can look at someone from the outside and have absolutely no idea that they’re on the verge of a mental breakdown. You see their physique, their progress, their confidence, or what they show on social media, but you don’t see the battles they’re fighting behind closed doors. You dedicate so much time, make so many sacrifices, and push yourself physically and mentally to reach a certain point. Then, on top of that, you’re dealing with life, family, relationships, expectations, and everything else that comes with being human. Sometimes, it all becomes overwhelming. This isn’t my usual content, but I think showing the reality behind the image matters just as much as showing the results. No matter how strong someone looks, how successful they seem, or how perfect their life appears, they could be fighting the same mental battles you are. Physical strength doesn’t mean someone isn’t struggling mentally. We’re all human. We all have emotions. We all have moments when life gets heavy. Be kind to people. Check on the ones who always seem strong. Lean on each other, and never feel like you have to carry everything alone. And most importantly, love yourself, even on the days when you don’t feel like yourself.

BLUEBERY :

Yeah so now I'm gay I guess

Lisa💜 :

its always the ones who are making people smile that need to be checked on the most.

Ismarie :

Everybody wants the body but they don’t want to do the work it takes to get there ,-,

Cassie :

Those moments it gets to heavy to hide behind the false smile. The fake confidence.

DangImDead :

I have nothing straight to say.

angelakblp19 :

If you ever need to talk let me know, mental health is very important and i struggle with mine as well and so does my teenage daughter. It’s always nice it have someone to talk to that understands

Hunter 🎸 :

Everyday can be a battle. But we make it through 💪

🦘🎃Michelle 👑🐕 :

aww everyone matters I love ya Eric and you will get through this be kind to yourself ❤️❤️❤️

Mercado Analiuj :

That’s the first thing that’s important !!! Fill proud

Denise🦋💙 :

I see the pain in your eyes. been there too many times myself. please take time for yourself, and ask for help if you need it.

retiredhotgirl41 :

Aww this made me sad once I saw your eyes. I can see the sadness in them. I’m sorry for whatever you’re going through. One day at a time.

🤠💙Rachel 🖤🐺 :

well said. ❤️

Kristin Mendez :

I feel this. I wished I put more effort into the gym then wanting to hide away. I’ve gained so much weight from my mental health, life.. while I get told I need to change my diet even though I don’t really have one. I barely eat, barely take care of myself. Putting everyone first while I feel like I am drowning.

d_elluvit :

making it through those days are where the work is done. I'm proud of you for making it this far.

CoffeeandCusswords :

Hugs 🥺 We can only control ourselves and trying to fix people who choose to be broken is like trying to clean broken glass with your bare hands. You can do it, but you're gonna hurt yourself in the process.

Sadie McElroy :

❤️this! the gym was the one place I could go and let it all out through weights. I went from an unhealthy 115lb to a solid 150lb. I hid my pain and all the feelings behind my gains and a smile. It has been almost 11 years now. I don't go to the gym anymore, I have gained weight, but I'm am happy, married, and I have three beautiful babies.

Bze :

W-king

shellysiler760 :

truly amazing 💚💚💚

Christine :

Achelois :

well done! seriously though I need to get into the gym any pointers?

⚽️ itzamecarrie 🩷 ⚽️ :

Thank you for showing the realness! 🥺 Everything you say is completely true. It’s a challenging battle to defeat the inner monologue and questioning yourself why you have to put in so much time and effort, when at the end of the day everything else still doesn’t smooth out.

🌻 Kayleigh 🌻 :

Great physique

mcdillonwithit :

Liv :

lol

Momma 6 :

Most of the fittest, most dedicated gym people I meet are usually working through something or they found the release through working out. It takes a stronger person to admit needing help.