As the prevalence of mental health issues increases and affects an ever larger number of our friends and family, it becomes essential that we create spaces for folks to talk about how they overcame or persisted despite mental health challenges. Here, we’ve tried to create a safe space for people to come together and discuss their stories, experiences, triumphs and failures with managing their mental health issues.
Cori Roberson
The best way for me to navigate through mental heath issues is praying & journaling. I feel it’s the healthiest to take time to ground yourself, let off the loads of life & just release in the comfort of yourself & God. Read More>>
Jamila McQueen
At first, I was very private about my mental health. Growing up, I was raised that depression and anxiety were man made and simply excuses. After being diagnosed with both and truly understanding what it is, I am able to be more aware when I’m in those stages and it it actually causes me to work harder and stay busy to keep my mental aligned. Read More>>
Dr. Vicki Atkinson, Ed.D.
I’m a believer in the power of intergenerational healing. When I wrote “Surviving Sue” about my mother’s complicated life, I did so at the urging of our daughter, Delaney. As a recent college graduate with a degree in Psychology, she exhibited bravery – asking me to share the whole story about her grandmother, Sue’s life. Read More>>
