10/10/2025
Today is world mental health day, and I want to share.
Since the age of 18, I have battled depression and in later years, anxiety and loss of identity. I have been on/off tablets for various reasons and I have hit plenty of bumps along the way. I have had my moments where I felt like I didn't want to be here, and that hurting myself - mentally or physcially - was the way to go. Life can never be a perfect experience.
Its important to know that people out there will care about you. I am blessed that I have had supportive family, wife and friends to fall on to help pick me up. Talking about your feelings should be normalised. It isnt a sign of weakness, regardless of what you may hear. It takes a lot of strength and courage to open up, and put your faith in someone to care about how you're feeling.
If you have had your battles and are still here, know that I am proud of you and that this world is better to have you in it.
Its okay, to not be okay.
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