Empowering Quotes on Mental Health to Inspire Women
- Kendra Horne
- May 31
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 18
My mental health journey began in high school with a diagnosis of depression, which brought feelings of embarrassment and shame due to the stigma surrounding mental health. I hid my struggles for fear of judgment, pretending everything was okay while battling sadness and isolation. As I matured, I recognized the importance of addressing mental health openly.
In my 30s, I found the courage to confront my past and share my story. Sharing my journey has been liberating, emphasizing that mental health is crucial for overall well-being. Creating safe spaces for open discussion can foster empathy and support, encouraging individuals to seek help. My experience taught me that mental health is a collective issue requiring compassion and dialogue. I am committed to advocating for greater awareness and acceptance to ensure no one feels alone in their struggles.
As we approach the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, it is crucial to remember how far-reaching mental health can be. It is estimated that one in five adults lives with a mental illness, approximately 59.3 million Americans in 2022, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. In recognition of the end of May, and my own journey with mental health, I reflect on resilience, self-acceptance, and the importance of open conversations about mental health.
10 Quotes About Mental Health
1. "What if you moved through the world as if you were easy to be loved? Because I promise you, you are easy to love." – Sonalee Rashatwar
2. "Turn your demons into art, your shadow into a friend, your fear into fuel, your failures into teachers. Don’t waste your pain. Recycle your heart." – Andrea Balt
3. "I take medication every day for mental illness and depression and don’t feel bad about it." – Lady Gaga
4. "You don’t have to be positive all the time. It’s perfectly okay to feel sad, angry, annoyed, frustrated, scared, and anxious. Having feelings doesn’t make you a negative person. It makes you human." – Lori Deschene
5. "Being able to be your true self is one of the strongest components of good mental health." – Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy
6. "Self-care is how you take your power back." – Lalah Delia
7. "Stop comparing yourself to others. You can be the most beautiful rose, and some jerk will still say they prefer daisies." – Halsey
8. "The bravest thing I ever did was continuing my life when I wanted to die." – Juliette Lewis
9. "Mental health needs a great deal of attention. It’s the final taboo and it needs to be faced and dealt with." – Adam Ant
10. "What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, and more unashamed conversation." – Glenn Close
Each person's mental health journey is unique, but the important thing to remember is that you are not alone. Let's keep the conversation going in the comments below.
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