I’ve been wanting to do this for such a long time and I finally - TopicsExpress

I’ve been wanting to do this for such a long time and I finally registered for my first full marathon in order to raise money and awareness for mental health. Not many people know this, but my mom battled with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. And I myself, have dealt with depression and an eating disorder. I for one, have seen plenty of doctors and counsellors, been on various medications, and nothing has been as effective as a positive mindset. I am not on any medication anymore. Exercise, eating healthy, talking about my problems, having a positive mindset and setting goals has changed my life and I am happier than I ever have been. The mind and body are so interconnected, and you need a healthy mind to have a healthy body and vice versa. I want to let people know that it’s normal to have negative thoughts and it’s okay to talk about it and get help, it’s really not a big deal and no one will judge you for it. Shitty things happen to us all in life, but you are in control of your life and can create a future of anything you want if you really set your mind to it. Life is too short to spend it being unhappy, it seriously is, and you don’t wanna look back on life and regret things you wish you did. Take risks, stop making excuses why not to do something and start living. Even if I help ONE person not to commit suicide, then it will all be worth it. Hearing that Robin Williams took his own life made me realize that even the most loved, wealthy and seemingly happy people in the world can be going through such awful times. I’m doing this for my mom, myself, and to let other people know that things WILL get better. A positive outlook on life goes such a long way, and it’s never too late to turn your life around. This is just the beginning for me, and one day, I believe that all mental illness will be cured, and the would will be so, so much happier.