Readers on the Rotorua Daily Post Facebook page shared their thoughts on Darryn Onekawa's battle with mental health.
- Congratulations Darryn for the courage to come out about your depression.
- Hes the man... A man who inspires... Congratulations
- Mean my bro. Have always enjoyed watching your journey from teenage years. Those dark places suck but at least you're here and inspiring others still. Keep it up.
- Wow, he should become a motivational speaker at high schools and youth groups. Mental health stares people in the face daily. Not sure if there is respite care for people with mental illnesses in Rotorua. Many just need that time out from daily life stressers. Respite for three or four days helps get people focused.
- Nice one Darryn, very happy to read this article
- I met him when he came into my work, such a lovely man
- Top stuff mate.
- I was so chuffed I was there in Melbourne to witness greatness.. Top job Darryn.
- Well done Darren we are happy for you
- Awesome story
- Wow very powerful read! Inspiring
- Congrats Darryn, you are a true inspiration
- Awesome story Darryn, you are an inspiration not only to yourself but to your daughter as well. Thank you for sharing a little bit of journey with us. Kia kaha
- Well done bro, Kia Kaha
- Well done Darryn for all your hard work and for speaking out about such an important message
- It's good to speak out about something like this, bring it out, everyone can be there and help because it just takes someone to sit down with you and listen, it's about understanding.
- Big ups to you Darryn
- Awesome Big D we remember your ups and downs and now look, you did it! Gives hope to others who may face the same struggles. All our aroha bro.
- Inspirational story letting people batting depression know they're not alone .
