Cierra’s Story
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“I was all over the place. Now I’m more stable, physically and mentally. I don’t fly off as quick as I did before.”
Pastor Greg and Tiffany Washington’s Story
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“Let the mask come down, let the pride come down because I believe that out of that vulnerability is where people really find help.”
Chris’ Story
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“A big part of my recovery has been acceptance and awareness … Being able to be at peace, be at ease, really is freeing.”
M’s Story
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“It is not the label, it is what you do to overcome that. That is what is crucial.”
Zach’s Story
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“Mental illness can be anybody, even those you least expect … You can’t really judge a book by its cover, everyone has a story.”
Brittany’s Story
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“Life is so much better. I cannot even explain how much better it is … It doesn’t consume me anymore.”
Katie’s Story
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“I’m really a very capable person, despite having OCD … It was part of my past, it was horrible, but I wouldn’t wish it had never happened.”
Rachel’s Story
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“Life goes on after tragedy, there is hope. OCD might attack the most important thing to you, but you can beat it with help.”
Autumn’s Story
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“People don’t understand, it’s not a character flaw, it’s not a choice. I am a human being with goals, dreams, thoughts, aspirations.”
Tajuanna’s Story
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“If you have mental health issues, it’s okay. It will be okay. You will be okay. I have accepted my path, it is my path, and it is not going to dictate my future.”