Stories of Lived Experience
RURAL VoiceS
Are you interested in sharing your personal mental health journey in a blog post? Learn more here.
Perhaps you would like to share your personal story about managing a rural mental health challenge while leading a community conversation or slide presentation that includes information about the state of mental health in rural America and the work that’s being done through Rural Minds to provide free mental health information and resources to confront the rural mental health emergency.
Another opportunity to share your story could be volunteering to participate in a media interview or podcast. If you’re interested, please complete and submit this Speaker Profile Form.
Overcoming Mental Health Challenges and Farm Family Expectations
After years of suffering alone from severe depression, anxiety and a negative relationship with food, I sought out help from a professional who accepted all forms of insurance and made me feel comfortable. Seeking help was one of the best decisions I ever made. I have a more positive outlook on relationships with people around me, including my family, and better focus on my career and day-to-day life.