Using Laughter and Comedy to Cope: Inside Louis Katz’s 40-Year Mental Health Journey
For photographer, writer, and standup comic Louis Katz, his struggles with his mental health have spanned over 40 years after an initial diagnosis of IBS. Read his story and how he uses humor to make others feel better.
Turning Heartbreak into a Community: How Emilee Moore Uses Her Music to Help Others Feel Less Alone
Singer/songwriter Emilee Moore is passionate about using her music to help others feel less alone in their heartbreak. Read her story and how her debut single “Hanging On” is impacting others.
Hearts 4 Minds Delves into Diabetes and How it Impacts Mental Health.
Hearts 4 Minds discusses the mental health impact of living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D).
Maintaining your Mental Health During Injuries
What can we do to keep our spirits up while we regain our health?
We talked to three Jacksonville area residents who have been on both sides of the injury and mental health equation. We asked for their best practices to help kick those discouraging thoughts to the curb, helping you to focus on your next goal - getting healthy.
“…don’t let the fear of what other people think of you change who you are.” - Clio Chazen
Clio Chazen has struggled with an eating disorder since she was a child. After leaving the ballet industry, Clio talks about seeking help and improving her life in this Story From the Heart.
“Everything I do, I do with everything I have…” - Terrance Freeman
Terrance Freeman is a Jacksonville City Council Member. He discusses how his roles as a council member and baseball coach allow him to bridge worlds and help others in this Story From the Heart.
“I’ve got to be so strong for him.” - Jonathan Davis
Jonathan Davis has struggled with mental illness all his life. After realizing that it wasn’t shameful to ask for help, Jonathan talks about his decision to help others with mental health in this Story From the Heart.
You are not alone. - Tony Washington
Tony Washington struggled with alcohol addiction after his brother was murdered. After attempting to take his own life, Tony talks about his decision to seek help in this Story From the Heart.
It’s okay to not be okay. - Ashley P.
Ashley P. has struggled with anxiety and depression since her sister died. After COVID heightened her condition, she sought help in this Story From the Heart.