Pity

I don’t want your pity.

Some compassion and understanding

Maybe at times.

But Pity? NO

My life is on a Path few know

I will walk it with dignity,

Love and Pride.

Pride not for myself, but

for the piece of me no longer here on earth.

Pity, no, it has no place or purpose on this path.

If you care to walk with me, even for a moment, do so with

Joy, Love and Laughter.

Celebrate with me a spirit now free.

Together we share his story with Love, Understanding, Knowledge and Pride.

I don’t want your pity, It has no place in this Story.

4/13/2020

Lisa YeagerApril 14, 2020

My name is Lisa Yeager, I am George’s mom and the founder of GBY3 Foundation. George’s life was an amazing adventure that became a wild roller coaster ride due to mental illness. Our family attempted to educate ourselves as much as possible in order to help and support George in his struggles. In the 18 months since his passing while grieving and planning this foundation, the one thing that stands out more than anything is the need for education among students and erasing the stigma that surrounds mental health issues. Young people need to know it is OK to ask for someone to talk to. Adults need to listen with empathy and understanding. Looking to end your life is not a solution to any problem, neither is hurting yourself. My hope is to begin a nationwide conversation that puts our young people at ease with their social emotional health and encourages them to explore resources including counseling, therapy, self help, physicians and music and art therapy as well as yoga and meditation for self care.

In years to come we hope to influence change in the healthcare system for mental health patients to meet their needs in all health arenas and help prevent homelessness. The entire health and well being of the patient must be addressed and not dictated by lack of insurance or inconsistencies in government systems and health institutions.

It’s OK to not be OK…