Disclosure: As a mental health advocate, I took a pledge as part of the #stigmafree campaign to actively work towards removing the stigma surrounding mental health misconceptions by sharing my story.'   Please note: My podcast documents my journey through mental illness. Your mental health is my first concern. In some of my episodes or writing I refer to issues that I struggled with, that may be a trigger for some individuals.I share some of the struggles I have with Complex PTSD symptoms. This is an emotional episode for me. I tried to make it through "tear free".  Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. I am here to help by sharing my story.