Lauren thought her daily ‘wine o’clock’ drinking was harmless, until she realised it had become a dangerous habit that threatened to ruin her life. After 13 years, she finally found the strength to ditch the booze, and now she feels better than ever…
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Speaking My Truth: Simon's story
As a world-class beatboxer, Simon pushed himself to continuously reach new highs, but emotions he’d been hiding from eventually caught up with him. Following two breakdowns, he found the power in being vulnerable, and realised that his online community could truly be a place of positivity…
It’s OK to be Vulnerable: Stephen's story
A lifetime of secret suffering came to a head for Stephen when, three years ago, he had a breakdown. But what felt like hitting rock bottom, soon became a platform for him to create positive change in his life…
Seeing My World Differently: Saima's story
Saima always saw herself as a happy-go-lucky character, but it took the insight of a friend to help her recognise her own depression. Through meditation and CBT, Saima found a new lease of life, and wants to encourage us all to follow our own paths…
Finding the Beauty in the Past: Loveness’ story
Following a difficult childhood, Loveness Mangezi struggled with her mental health throughout her 20s and into her 30s. But life-threatening surgery changed her perspective on life, and showed her the strength she never knew she had…
Happy In My Skin: Nicola's story
Learning to love herself wasn’t an easy path for Nicola. She spent years in a chasm of self-doubt, feeling that she was alone in that void. Today, she’s discovered the power of embracing yourself and cherishing your self-worth, and her passion is to spread that message far and wide…
Obsessive Internet Searching Led Me to Post-Natal Anxiety: Georgina's story
After trying to conceive for seven years, Georgina finally reached her dream of becoming pregnant, yet moments after her baby’s birth a small comment from a midwife led to months of post-natal anxiety. Here she discusses how after finally telling her husband she felt a release from all the worry…
Fighting Together: Jamie-Leigh's story
Jamie-Leigh spent years living in fear when the voices in her head grew deafening. While going into a mental health unit was terrifying, it meant she got the support she so desperately needed…
Breaking Free From The Prison of Anorexia: Hannah's story
When her strict dieting morphed into a serious eating disorder, would-be lawyer Hannah came close to losing everything. She hopes her story of recovery will inspire others to keep fighting…