don't remain silent if you're struggling with mental illness. I know it's easy to feel ashamed, but there is no reason to be. the best decision I've ever made was to start talking to my friends about my intense anxiety attacks. they've gotten so bad at times that I've gone to the hospital thinking I was literally about to die. it wasn't until I really started opening up to my friends and telling them how I feel and not being afraid to cry in front of them that I truly was able to accept that I had a problem. and they were all supportive. they all encouraged me to get help and not be ashamed. they all listened to me. most of them had been to therapy themselves at some point in their life. so please don't feel alone or remain silent if you're struggling. it's ok. you're ok. getting help feels great. there are so many caring, compassionate doctors that will sit down and listen to everything you have to say and help you. you can get better.
