Samantha Smith
What exactly is the secret to always having a smile on your face and living free spirited despite it all? How does anyone take the obstacles ofmental illness and create a metamorphosis? Those were my questions before I understood my own mind. Nothing prepared me for my illness, and so I wrote the book I desperately needed. In this book, I unravel the mysteries often labeled as 'crazy' by society. From the struggles ofbeing heard to the complexities of medication, gain firsthand insights into navigating a limitless state of mind that defies societal norms. Praised for intelligence and creativity yet having to color inside the lines. But how does this limitless state of mind feel and why is it unacceptable? Discover how a diagnosis became my salvation, empowering me to not only understand myself but also to support others in their journey, whether they seek help or not. Through unimaginable experiences, my story educates in a way that medical jargon or online searches don’t. This is my story, my lifejacket, and my survival guide I now share with the world.