A Noontime Reminder

This clip from a noontime show unexpectedly reopened an old wound. Back in high school, mental health was never something we talked about. I struggled with depression and sometimes hurt myself to turn my inner pain into something I could feel on the outside.. and when people noticed, their first reaction was often to shame me instead of asking, “Are you okay?” I’m grateful to the people who stayed with me, who listened and supported me through those dark days. Because of them.. and a few other reasons I held on to.. I might not be here to tell this story. If anything, this episode reminded me how important compassion is. Please be kind to one another. #MentalHealth #BeKind #YouAreNotAlone #SupportNotStigma #Healing

• MentalHealth
• Depression