Live Free 999 encourages everyone to speak openly about mental health. We have created a space to share the stories sent to us from our audience to inspire others to share their own journeys, creating a virtual story-telling chain of community and support.
Notice: Some of the stories shared may contain topics that could be emotionally triggering to some members of our audience. Topics such as suicide, self-harm, substance abuse, and trauma are discussed.
Growing up early on I was diagnosed clinically depressed. Between my father overseas after 9/11 and an alcoholic mom, my only escape was to go to a friend’s house or see my granddad. In early middle school, I was dealing with my depression and wrote my first letter. Thinking no one would see it, I tossed it in the trash
When I was 13, my Mom died giving birth to my brother. Unfortunately, neither of them made it. I was in 8th grade living with my stepdad. Without the strict mom figure in my life, I started to give in to the peer pressure and I ended up experimenting with drugs. I would use so much that I would be
Hello My name is Isaiah. I am 21 years old. I have struggled with anxiety and depression since I was 8. I grew up not thinking I was good enough for anyone. I’ve been cheated on multiple time to the point where I started cutting. Listening to Juice Wrld’s music has helped me through a lot. He is my hero.
I’m a single Mother living in Colorado. Recently I decided that I in fact do still have time to make my dreams happen. Juice WRLD said so! The real thing everyone needs is kindness and love, as I have learned this past year Love will always be the hero. Your son has given the world so much LOVE, that he
I am a 36 yr old husband, father, mental health advocate, & content creator on Twitch. Not to mention a huge fan of Jarad’s music and message. I grew up in a house dominated by domestic violence and alcohol abuse. Growing up in my house depression, anxiety, and abuse was as normal for me as going to school. Not having
I am writing today because I want to be a part of this foundation in helping those who struggle with mental health. In less than six months I will have my conferral for my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. I am also 2 years and 3 months sober and know what it is like to struggle with drugs and alcohol and
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