In February 2014 I wrote an article for The Huffington Post about living with panic disorder and depression. I wrote it because I wanted to show the world that there are people living with mental illness who are not just homeless or institutionalized. There are those of us who are living within the confines of society.
There are teachers, doctors, lawyers, psychologists, actors, writers all living with mental illness. These are the stories that need to be told; the people who seem to be “regular” or “normal” people but are actually hiding a big secret. They are living with an invisible illness. They are struggling to function like the rest of society.
I’m using my forum to raise awareness for people (like me) who are seemingly “normal” but actually fighting hard to survive.
This series is called Stigma Fighters. If you are living with mental illness and you want to share your story. Please email me the story completely edited 1000 words maximum to sarah@oldschoolnewschoolmom.com
Include the story in plain text in the body of the email. No need to attach a Word document or any silliness like that. Write a bio for yourself including your website and attach a headshot.
I look forward to fighting the stigma of mental illness one story at a time. Who’s with me? Check out the video below:
I (for one) am excited about this series!