Your Stories

Brewing Hope: How a Simple Cup of Tea Became My Lifeline

It required courage to confront these invisible adversaries and seek help, but it was a pivotal moment in my journey to wellness.

Scary Doesn't Always Mean Bad

The outcomes of going through with the scary situations are good.

OCD Can Be Beaten!

So, to anyone who has OCD, it’s never ‘bad enough’ to not seek recovery. You just need to find the right tools to help you fight.

Creating a Morning Routine

You are amazing and so so SO very worthy of a beautiful life!

How My Animals Saved Me

I cannot say enough how much of an impact they have had on my life, my health and my well-being.

One Small Step in Front of the Other

Small step by small step, you are walking towards your horizon.

Change - It's Inevitable

Change can be good, it can grow and shape you to be the best version of you. Change can teach us to be resilient and adaptable.

Mental Health Isn't a One-Size Fits All

You never know what the person next to you has experienced.

The Tunnel

At times, you may feel like giving up or wishing you could go back but once you reach the light, you will be so glad that you kept going.

Outliving Depression

I’m not saying it’s easy or that once you are in a good place you will stay there but there is always hope.

She's Back

This is not the same. That was there. This is here.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "there are people who care, and can see situations from a different perspective that you can't yet. Lauren."

The Importance of Support Networks

What changed was having my support network guide me. I leaned on them as they did to me too, and we got each other through it.

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What Helps You When You're Feeling Anxious or Overwhelmed? Tips Shared by YOU!

All of you shared so many wonderful things that we wanted to share them with you.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "the best way to deal with it is to simply ride the waves and see where it goes. Claudia."

Change

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I know change is hard and scary, but it’s something we all experience.

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Positive Affirmations and Mantra as Shared by YOU!

We’re sharing some of these in the hopes that you may also find them hopeful and help you through challenging times.

Green background with black writing that reads: "keep fighting those thoughts. Try and nail in some good ones! Zara."

Those Negative Thoughts

Maybe write some affirmations on a sticky note and stick them where you’ll see them!

Purple background with black writing that reads: "you deserve to experience joy, comfort and peace. Ellen."

Small Steps Forward

Ask yourself, ‘Is this in alignment with the quality of life I want?’

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "I'm so glad you're here with us today! It wouldn't be the same without you. Zara."

It's Your Birthday!

Enjoy your day as much as possible. Spend time with those you love.

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Finding Hope and Meaning With Schizoaffective Disorder

You can still live a rich and meaningful life. You can find things to hold on for.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "this is the battle; not for just survival, but for life. Lexi."

Surviving or Living? A Survivor's Complicated Relationship with Dissociation

There’s so much to learn and discover, so much I’ve not tasted or touched, and I get to be excited by that prospect.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "my piece of hope is don't be afraid to face those pains, resist the urge to ignore and cover. Mary T."

Past Pain, Present Problems

We are all far from the perfect standard, remember that when, like me, you find yourself triggered by someone else's comment.

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Today is a New Opportunity

Today is a great opportunity to keep fighting. You’re one day closer to winning your battle.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "there's always hope for what lies ahead, no matter your past experiences. Clare."

No Matter the Past

Because I reached out, I didn’t get to the point of experiencing thoughts of suicide and self-harm.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "you deserve to receive help, be listened to, and be cared for. Ellen."

The World Can Be a Scary Place

One sentence of vulnerability could be all it takes to feel a little lighter.

Green background with black writing that reads: "please be patient with your friend, spouse, co-worker, acquaintance, etc, and remind them that you are there to listen. Adrianna Rangel."

Borderline Personality Disorder and Ruminating Thoughts

If you know anyone who suffers from BPD and experiences ruminating thoughts, please understand it's not their fault, and they can't “just stop thinking about it."

Purple background with black writing that reads: "who knows what today will bring? All you got to do is get up. Zara."

Is It Hard to Get Up?

There are so many possible things. And in one day!

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "I want everyone who is struggling to carry on to know, your wishes can come true, too. Beth."

Wishes Do Come True

This is how I learned, and is why you should not listen to what your mental illnesses are telling you.

Green background with black writing that reads: "the change is not one of magnitude. It is slow, gradual, beautiful and full of blossoming new life. Aimee."

Find Spring

Maybe you’re a bit like me. Swinging between winter and summer, let me encourage you to find spring within it all.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "I'm willing to try and get better. Because I now know that I matter. And you do too! Zara."

If I Can Do it, You Can Do it, Too!

And I will continue saying it even after you start believing. Because it’s SO true. You matter. I matter.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "remember, it's okay to have hard days. Lauren."

Finding Your Passion in the Hard Moments

Every time I think, ‘I can’t be bothered,’ I remember how future Lauren will feel knowing there is less to do.

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You are a Needed Light in the Darkness

I had to keep pushing forward to help encourage others to see their value too.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "a few years ago, I was diagnosed with a mental illness. Finding this out changed my life. Amelia Pink."

Your Diagnosis Doesn't Define You

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It’s incredibly easy to feel like you are an issue or a burden but being diagnosed is meant to do the opposite.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "take a moment to appreciate that all your hard work has led you to where you are now. Claudia."

Imposter Syndrome

If you’re like me, you may have experienced what is known as imposter syndrome. This isn’t an official condition, however, it’s a term you may be familiar with. Imposter syndrome...