Seen Minds

17/02/2024

I Felt Like An Unwanted Child

'I just wanted to have information to reclaim my past and truly understand who I am.' Geeti was adopted as a baby. For a long time, she struggled with understanding her identity, which took a heavy toll on her mental health. Five years ago, she started looking for answers. This is her journey.

15/02/2024

Life As A Neurodivergent Couple

'I feel like every relationship that I had before was unsuccessful because I was undiagnosed.' Love and dating is a minefield, and it can be even harder when you're still learning about your own mental health. Jen has autism and she and Ryan both have ADHD. They share what it's like being in a neurodivergent relationship and how they've learned to support each other.

13/02/2024

I Tried To Quit Va**ng Over 20 Times

'I realized I have hit a point with va**ng where I have lost complete control.'
Merle started to become addicted to va**ng because she had tied it to going out with friends. When she began va**ng regularly in her day-to-day life, her addiction spiraled out of control and her mood became dependent on her v**e. She shares her difficult journey of trying more than 20 times to quit.

11/02/2024

Mental Illness Cost Me My Leg

‘I didn't see a way out... I was found the next day, I think it was 16 or 17 hours later.'
Joey was in a very dark place at 23, and he attempted to end his life. He had to be revived multiple times and woke up to find doctors had amputated his leg in order to save his life. Now he wants to encourage others to talk about their loneliness and get help, before it's too late.

09/02/2024

I Lost My Twin At 16

‘Every single day I miss my brother and I wish he was here.’ Chloe’s twin brother Clark died by su***de at 16. Since his death, she’s dedicated herself to changing people’s perspectives on su***de and mental health.

07/02/2024

Not All Eating Disorders Are Visible

From a plus-sized woman with anorexia, to a disabled woman with bulimia and a man who was hospitalized for his low weight, these three people are sharing that eating disorders don't all look the same.

05/02/2024

I Have Survivor's Guilt Because Of This

Jinan, a Palestinian-American, shares her story on how she has been gripped by 'survivors guilt' as she watches the war on Gaza unfold. With some of her family still in the West Bank, especially her cousins, she expresses her fear for them.

31/01/2024

I Spent 18 Months Trapped In My Bed

After a car accident left Brianna paralyzed, her mental health declined. Now, having healed her body, she's shifting her focus to heal her mental health.

30/01/2024

Focusing On My Mind Made Me Lose Weight

Carla experienced severe binge-eating disorders since her teenage years and was diagnosed as a food addict. She shares how she transformed her body and life after losing 13 stone, all by improving her mental health.

27/01/2024

I Binged To Cope With Trauma

Kelsey started binge eating in secret as a way to cope with trauma. That led to one diagnosis when she turned 18, binge eating disorder. Today, Kelsey is on a journey of recovery, and she's documenting it all! This is not just to inspire others but to break the stigma. Watch what she has to say.

25/01/2024

I Felt Guilty For Being Alive

Tom's life changed when he was diagnosed with leukemia at 15. He was later given the all clear, only for the cancer to return 2 years later. Now, he suffers from survivor's guilt.

22/01/2024

I Regret Trying to End It

At 16, Emma had attempted to end her life after fighting depression. The attempt damaged her body, but not her fighting spirit. She shares her story of regret and strength.

20/01/2024

A Religious Cult Did This To Her

After being forced into a religious cult when she was 7 years old, Leah developed intrusive thoughts that were disturbing. She was later diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and this is her experience.

18/01/2024

I Was Sick Of Being The Family Scapegoat

Jhéani has experienced bullying from her family after being their scapegoat. She broke contact with them in 2011 and when she attempted to reconnect with them in 2021, she realized that nothing had changed.

15/01/2024

They Were Bullied After Coming Out

Amanda and Ivy reveal the impact of su***de on their lives, shedding light on the ongoing challenges facing LGBTQIA+ individuals in today's society.

13/01/2024

My Mom Faked My Illnesses

Aislynn grew up being told that she had a range of severe illnesses, including Lyme disease. They were not real. She later learned that her mom had the same condition as Gypsy Rose Blanchard's mom, known as Munchausen by Proxy syndrome. This is her story.

11/01/2024

People-Pleasing Gave Me Burnout

Gabriela faced a terrible burnout, one caused by self-inflicted pressure and the need to always say yes. This is how she gained control of her life.

10/01/2024

Growing Up With Addict Parents

At 14, Abi found herself addicted to drugs. This is how she got her life back and discovered spirituality.

08/01/2024

Addicted To Gambling At 17

‘Addiction wants to make you feel alone.That's why it's so successful at catching people.’ Eoin who is now 4 years into his recovery journey with gambling shares how his addiction caused him to steal over 27 and a half euros from a cat haven he set up.

05/01/2024

My Life Shattered After My Diabetes Diagnosis

Natalie was 20 years old when her diabetes diagnosis made her suicidal. She talks about dealing with her mental health and her idea of starting a clothing line for type 1 diabetics.

01/01/2024

How I Got Clean To Get Back My Child

'Delivering my baby while high on m**h was the worst memory.' Nicole shares her horrible experience of giving birth to her son while she was high on m**h and shares what forced her to go clean afterwards.

28/12/2023

Childhood Trauma Took My Husband

After her husband took his own life due to mental illness, Dani was determined that her kids won’t get destroyed due to the incident. This is how she is spreading awareness.

26/12/2023

I Vomited 12 Times A Day

A harmful combination of celiac disease, Crohn's disease, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) meant that Lauren would vomit 7 to 12 times a day. She couldn't keep any food or liquid down, including water. This is how she overcame her conditions.

22/12/2023

22/12/2023

I've Learnt To Love Myself

Andi shares how modeling helped her avoid self-harming. She goes through her journey, including an attempt to unalive herself before modeling while embracing her scars.

20/12/2023

19/12/2023

I Gave My Daughter Permission To Die

Faith was only 8 years old, when she experienced suicidal thoughts. Later, she pleaded with her mother Brenda to allow her to end her life. This is her story.

18/12/2023

Experiencing Spiritual Psychosis

Growing up in a religious household left Casey with trauma. She turned to spirituality as an escape, but rather than help her, it led to her developing psychosis. This is her story of recovery.

18/12/2023

18/12/2023