Stories

This powerful story recounts a journey from a desperate mental health crisis to a fulfilling career in peer support. Diagnosed with cancer, aids, and hepatitis C after 18 years of meth use, Greg felt like a shell of a person. He  found comfort in rooms of recovery where people had stories that resonated with his, awakening both a sense of purpose and a new beginning.

When a driven athlete and dietetic intern is suddenly sidelined by a mysterious illness, her identity is upended. This compelling personal story traces her journey from diagnosis to life with chronic illness, and the emotional work of rebuilding a sense of self. A powerful reflection on resilience, self-advocacy, and finding strength through adversity.

After years of living in instability due to her mother’s alcoholism and neglect, she found the courage to seek help, set boundaries, and form healthy relationships that brought her healing and happiness.

During Ridhima’s first stay at the psychiatric hospital, she felt out of place. She had yet to come to terms with her diagnosis, and wasn’t willing to participate in her treatment. When Ridhima finally accepted her diagnosis, she found power in it.

Surviving a painful surgery with a long recovery showed Jimmy they were capable of finding the inner strength needed to triumph over pain and hardship.

After some hesitancy to seek mental health treatment, Livia discovered the benefits of receiving treatment and was able to find medications that help her manage her symptoms.