Overcoming Anxiety Through Vulnerability and Honest Communication

About Me

I am a student studying environmental studies at Binghamton University. I am from Saratoga Springs upstate NY. In high school I did theatre and tennis, I still have an interest in the performing arts and love going to see shows. I also love movies more than anything and have been looking for a career combining sustainability in filmmaking! Some of my hobbies include crocheting, hiking, and going to thrift stores, garage sales etc. I also love spending time with friends and family because I believe social interaction is a necessity for all humans.

Why I Became a Mentor

I chose to become a mentor because I am extremely passionate about mental health awareness in particular. Communication is extremely valuable to everyone's mental state and I wish to help make people realize that their thoughts, problems, and diagnoses are completely separate from their overall identity. I have struggled with mental health in the past and have come a long way from where I started. I really believe I can help make a difference in others lives purely through proper discussion and open communication.

Overcoming Medication Withdrawal

One problem I recently overcame was going off of my medication. I have struggled with anxiety for over 2 years and have been on medication to help suppress the negative thoughts. Although, the medication did not work for me, and I believed it was creating more wrong in my life than positives. I decided to ween off of the meds. This was an extremely difficult process for me because the particular medication I was on had severe withdrawal side effects. I looked at it as a challenge and was able to get through it. I now have no side effects and am so proud of myself for sticking with it.

My Approach: Honesty and Vulnerability

My main goal is to help individuals of any age, separate their negative thoughts from their reality. My method is honesty. Being honest with yourself and the world around you means being vulnerable. Being vulnerable can be scary, but can also be the solution to so many problems. I hope to extend this way of thought to as many people as possible.

Giving Back

I enjoy volunteering especially when it has to do with the environment. A happy earth means happy people. This means picking up trash/litter whenever and wherever I see it. I also like to practice sustainable habits at home such electricity and water conservation practices.

My Message to You

I want to let everyone know that talking things out can have a tremendous impact on your life through transparency, honesty, and vulnerability. I would love to help everyone see this come to action in their own lives.