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Mental illness doesn’t discriminate – it affects 1 in 5 Australians every year with symptoms like depression and anxiety. 

For those who don't know.

Last year was one of the hardest years of my life, I had a Mental breakdown due to high amounts of stress and depression as a result I ended up with psychosis I had no idea what was happening to me even though I have seen psychosis in other family members and friends, I was seeing doctors, counsellors and worked in the healthcare industry myself. 

I ended up in the mental health unit after trying to commit suicide. I had not been suicidal and never thought I would have been I have 2 beautiful kids I would never want to leave behind but in my psychosis.

A well meaning prayer from a friend was enough to convince me that taking my life was the only way out. 

It took about a year of recovery to get back to living and loving life. During this time I lost my job because I had taken too much time off while in hospital, I've been refused a 'good' reference for that job that I worked hard at for 3 years during covid because of my mental health during my breakdown.

 I have lost friendships and some relationships I feel will never be the same, I am thankful for my friends and family who never stopped supporting me.

 I spent alot time feeling guilty and scared to even leave my house, I still get anxiety from time to time but everyday I grow stronger and I am in a better place, I now have a much better understanding of mental health and just how much it can affect your life no matter who you are.

Awareness and understanding is super important for everyone who is going through or supporting someone suffering from mental illness.

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