Mental Health Matters

Hi, my name is Fabiola and the reason as to why I am fundraising is to raise awareness about bipolar disorder and mental health in general. I struggle with it daily and it’s a constant battle, that’s why, the funds that’ll be raised, will help me with my therapy bills and my medication bills. I’m struggling financially given that I’m not able to work at the moment, so any help is appreciated!

Hi, my name is Fabiola and I’ve been struggling with mental health issues for years. I’ve always felt like, no matter where I went, I was out of place. The reason behind this (and much more) is that I struggle with bipolar disorder (type 1), so this, among many more reasons, is why I am very sensitive to the mental health topic. For years I’ve tried to fight against my own mind, instead of working with it to try and cope with my situation. I’ve been in therapy for six years now and it’s not easy. At all. But it does get better. You learn to live with it and understand that you are not your disorder. It’s hard, especially knowing that there isn’t a cure and it will never go away and I’m not going to lie: many days are dreadful and it feels like it’s a cycle, but I learned and learn every single day that I am so much more than the bad thoughts in my head, than the constant episodes and that I too deserve to be happy and at peace. This is why I really want to make a change for myself and my life because I no longer want to feel trapped inside my head. My wish is to do things that make me happy and give me peace. The money will be used so that I don’t have to weigh on my parents’ shoulders for a while for the medical expenses (such as medication and therapy).
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to read this and know that any donation is extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! (Help never goes unnoticed and unseen) Also remember: you are never alone and reaching out, asking for help, and wanting to get better are the most courageous things you can do!