Actors absorb the experience of their role; especially the great actors. Heath Ledger was one of the greats. The role of the Joker was more dangerous to absorb into and mimic than any other.
Heath was a man who focused and put great power into transforming into the Joker. So much so that he at times had to let go of who he was. With sleep deprivation it only compounds the transformation and pushes you deeper into the mind of the Joker.
Heath tried to get help; for example getting a masseuse. No one could help him. Heath tried to sleep; using sleeping pills and whatever means he thought would release him from the Joker - but in the end he; the Joker, won.
We all miss the great actors of our times. Heath Ledger mastered the craft of acting and never wanted to hurt himself or others - it was just an overdose accident. A simple mistake, not a suicide. He tried his best to self rescue, but sometimes we learn the lesson 'One man is no man'.
Heath has taught us to be there for others; to see their issues through their eyes - not to judge, but to help - to simply help another in need. I have attained this wisdom and insight, because I too have acted and now know how far a mind can run away - be sure to have a solid circle of friends and know how to 'grab the silver line', grab it and don't go too far with your craft, or whatever it is that you do.
In conclusion, if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. Give to him who begs from you, and do not refuse him who would borrow from you. We the people, its time to reverse course - return to pure living, to freedom, and to restore the planet. We have reached a toxic state, now lets be the change we wish to see in the world.
Information about Heath's death found here:
http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/01/22/actor-heath-ledger-is-found-dead/
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