Contending with mental health and neurodiversity, Ashley and wife Morgana faced even more difficulties than most when it came to embracing – and showing the world – who they truly are…
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Your stories are at the heart of Happiful's mission to end the stigmas around mental health. Read our inspirational and uplifting true life stories
From Manic Highs to Depressive Lows, Without a Diagnosis I Felt Hopeless: Katie's story
For more than a decade, Katie fought a lonely battle with her mental health and had no answers. But now, after finally being diagnosed as bipolar, she faces the future with confidence…
I Beat Alcoholism and Made a New Me: Brian's story
After years of misery and loneliness, Brian finally acknowledged that drink was slowly killing him. Now – after rehab, and with a renewed passion for friends, dance, and art – life has never been better…
From Being Diagnosed with ME, to Rediscovering Me: Vikki's story
Chronic fatigue syndrome shook Vikki’s life to the core, but it also prompted her to reassess what really mattered. Now, she’s determined to never take a moment for granted…
The Healing Power of a Marathon: Jenny's story
Heartbreak sent Jenny spiralling into negative thoughts and doubts, but the mindfulness of putting one foot in front of the other helped her to rediscover her rhythm…
Breaking Free from My Obsessive Compulsive Thoughts: Suz's story
The reality of living with OCD isn’t a penchant for tidiness and order, it’s a debilitating condition where intrusive thoughts can terrorise your daily world…
Galloping Towards Recovery: Joanna's story
After conventional therapies had failed, it took the help of two very special four-legged companions to finally end Joanna’s 30-year battle with eating disorders…
The Legacy he left: Teddy-Blu’s Story
After losing their baby boy Teddy-Blu to a common childhood illness, Katie and Adam have made it their mission to help prevent other families from experiencing the same trauma…
Overcoming Anxiety and Embracing Imperfections: Lucy's story
Lucy spent 40 years trying to pretend her shyness and anxiety didn’t exist. In embracing them, she’s finally becoming more content with who she is…