Personal Stories Archive | Page 8 of 22 | NAMI

The Pressure to Be Everything but Myself

"I have a NAMI family that deeply cares as I strive to heal wounds within myself and my household."

A Plea From a Survivor of Suicide Loss

We talk a lot about the people who attempt or die by suicide. But what happens to the people they leave behind?

Nurse Practitioners Are Human, Too

It's easy to forget that you're not immune to work-related stress.

Some Shifts End With You Not Being Okay

Reach out for support. There are people who understand.

How Do You Keep a Positive Mental Attitude?

Veteran officer discusses how he syncs mind and body on a daily basis to manage stress and stay positive.

Finding My Hope

"Finding a good support system is not always easy, but once you have them, they’ll be there for you no matter what."

A 911 Communication Officer’s Experience

These three words may be the most important three words that you've ever spoken.

This Pandemic Affects Us All

Find ways to step away and stay strong. Take care of yourself, mentally and physically.

Paulding County Fire Company 1 Stands With You

For everyone on the front lines – we are all in this together.

The Dangerous Taboo of Suicide

"Support is crucial in life because communicating honestly with others is one of the main ways we can begin to heal from emotionally painful experience."
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