It’s hard to know what to say about this, but it feels wrong to say nothing. We lost a good one on Tuesday, March 26. Brennan Scanlon. He took his own life. Everyone who knew him was utterly shocked to hear that. I want you to know that if you’re reading this and your mind is taking you to dark places, you have no idea how much people around you truly care about you, and how much people really deeply love you. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and with the help of family and friends, you’ll be able to see it.
I really don’t want to focus too much on how he ended his life because that would undermine how he lived his life. Brennan was the most clear-headed, well spoken, and quintessentially zen person I know. He was not loud, but his words were always meaningful; when he spoke, everyone else would be quiet so that they could hear his thoughts. He had an easy smile that drew people in. Professionally, he was the head of a very successful business networking association, and he gave everything he had for the people around him. He didn’t do it because it was his job, he did it because helping people was his passion. He was a sounding board and a mentor when big decisions needed to be made. He helped SO MANY business owners find the confidence they need to improve their lives and the lives of people around them. Brennan made a huge positive difference in my life and in the lives of NUMEROUS others. The loss is emmense, but his life deserves to be celebrated. He lived well, he loved well, and I will miss him very much. I hope to see you again, friend.
