Perhaps one of the most powerful things to hear when you are in the middle of a mental health struggle is "Me too." At Embrace Mental Health, we believe in the power of story and how hearing someone say "I was there, I made it through it, and you can too," can help someone who is hurting to turn a corner, realize they are not alone, and find the strength to take steps forward. Story is also powerful in that it can help people who don't have personal experience to hear what it's like, and gain empathy, understanding, and compassion in caring for their loved ones who struggle.