“It’s All In Your Head” is a judgment-free zone where you can listen to other people’s lived experience with different mental health and behavioral challenges.

Each week a courageous guest will share with us what their life was like before, during and after their respective experiences and some advice they’d give to those who are struggling today.

I’ve struggled with my mental health my entire life and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard the phrase “it’s all in your head”. This phrase was uttered by friends, family and even some healthcare providers.

Upon entering treatment for my alcoholism in 2003, I was shortly thereafter diagnosed with BiPolar II Depression. But before then, I spent almost a decade being misdiagnosed and being yanked on and off different medications.

I was exhausted, frustrated and losing hope that I would ever be happy or accomplish anything great. I really just wanted to die because that felt easier than living with this.

But then I listened to other people’s mental health struggles. Their stories were inspirational and gave me the hope I desperately needed to face my own challenges and live a great life. I want to give you the same.

– Jackie Colbeth

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