Anxiety Unmasked

Jess has got her fair share of tattoos, that's for sure. It's the first thing you see about her. And how could you not? They're covering her arms, legs and back. But if you get stuck there for too long you'll miss out on her bright & contagious smile. It could fill a room. See for yourself. However, as Jess would tell you there is a darker side behind the smile - one that has led to physical outbursts, anger, thoughts of suicide, and hallucinations. "It was self-inflicted. I punched a window. This scumbag started to mess with not one but TWO girls. People got thrown out. Two pitchers of sangria were dumped on people. Of course, I just had to get involved. The guy looks at me and says to Tom, "That's right. Let your b*tch handle your sh*t for you." At first, I just tried to let it go. But as I was moving out of the way he said something to me and I answered back, "Is this how you get off? By making fun of girls? Why are you so arroga...

E is young, vibrant, incredibly intelligent, empathetic and a seasoned First Responder on two EMS Squads. E also is depressed, anxious, in recovery from an eating disorder, all too familiar with mental health institutions and has attempted to end her life. Twice. But, I would still trust her in a heartbeat with saving mine. She is also brave. Vulnerable. And insistent on sharing her story to save others. " I used to be open with my story & share on Facebook what was going on. But I felt a lot of shame and I felt like I shared too much. So I stopped sharing altogether. When I saw what you were doing, I realized I went through what I went through for a reason. I want to share my story with other people to show them that there is hope that you can go from being someone who is non-functioning in a treatment center for a year and a half to someone who still has their struggles but is happy & enjoying life."  Well, E, this platform was created specifically so pe...