Drinking every day was no secret for Sam, but even he didn’t realise the extent of his dependency. His unhealthy coping mechanism took time to work through, and despite relapses, he’s now found himself on a more promising path…
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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
Finally Free to Be Me: Naphtaly’s story
The impact of Naphtaly’s polycystic ovary syndrome isn’t just physical, but mental too. She struggled with depression and loving herself for years, but has finally found a way to nourish herself, and find peace…
Finding my happiness: Ruth’s story
From a young age, Ruth Giles felt different. The victim of bullying, she believed she had nowhere to turn as her mental health began to spiral out of control. But with time, and the help of her loving family and partner, Ruth found happiness…
Learning to Choose Me: Sarah's story
Sarah’s world was consumed by her eating disorder for more than a decade. It’s wasn’t an overnight transformation, but with time, patience, and understanding, she learned to embrace her natural body as it is…
How Being Bipolar Was a Blessing for Me: Dan's story
After a breakdown in Italy, Dan stripped his life back to the basics. For six months he may have lost his sense of self, but gradually he found a new purpose – as a motivational speaker and mental health activist…
From Client to Counsellor: Nicola's story
Creativity had always helped Nicola to thrive, until panic attacks ground her world to a halt. But now she’s combining her experiences to live her best life, and support others on their journeys, too…
I Tore Up the Script of My Life: Kerry's story
On the surface Kerry was living the dream, yet underneath she was empty, sad, and desperate. Personal setbacks threatened to be the final straw – but instead they gave her just the jolt she needed to change everything…
In Memory of My Son, Colin: Lyn's story
Losing someone to suicide can be a pain like no other, and for Lyn, she was left with so many unanswered questions. But through her grief, and her own mental health struggles, Lyn is striving to be a voice for change…
How Finding My Community Spirit Changed My Life: David's story
Depression crept up on David, and a 10-year cycle of breakdowns and recovery soon took its toll. But discovering the impact that volunteering could have on his mental health transformed his outlook…