So horribly sad. I kind of felt like this day would probably come but it's still shocking. I am so sad for her because I can't even imagine what kind of dark place she could be in right now.
I just think there are so many more options than she realizes. I'm really inspired by her "show must go on" spirit, but I feel like she's hurting herself. It's a choice she will make, but it still concerns me. Performing is such a big deal to her, but I feel like in life we are given obstacles that force us to take a new direction and it's like she just can't manage to do that, which I think is totally understandable. But, if she just eased off from the constant touring and the strain she puts on herself, she could find a compromise, I would think.
To me, her lyrics are so endearing. As sad as it would be, if she ever did have to retire from performing, at least, she could become a lyricist for other artists. There's still a place in the music world for her even if she has to make changes.
Anyway, that's kind of just me thinking out loud, I guess.