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#999Stories of Mental Health

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.

Want to join the conversation? Share your story with us.

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.

J’s Story

Wow. I can’t believe this site exists. Juice Wrld’s music continues to save my life, so where so I begin. I was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, and Anxiety Disorder at age 17. But for years before that I was in pain. I was fully bulimic with a full blown eating disorder. I had tried taking

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Blake’s Story

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

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Alex’s Story

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

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Katlyn’s Story

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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Live Free 999 Sponsors High School Program at Juice WRLD’s Former School

We are excited to announce that we are sponsoring a Bring Change to Mind High School Program at Juice WRLD’s former school, Homewood Flossmoor High School. This program gives teens a platform to share their voices and raise awareness around mental health. BC2M High School Clubs encourage youth to take a proactive approach to mental health and self-care. Research shows

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Carmela Wallace Interviewed on Real Speaks to Real Podcast

Carmela Wallace, Mother of Jarad “Juice WRLD” Higgins and Founder of Live Free 999, was a guest on the kickoff episode of the Real Speaks to Real Podcast. In that episode, Carmela described her relationship with Jarad, his rise to fame, his struggles, and her grief after his passing. The episode aired on January 29th at 7PM Central Time. Real

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Tillavision Creates Virtual Experience Dedicated to Live Free 999 and Juice WRLD

Tillavision, along with a team at Mind Power Web Development, has created a virtual experience dedicated to the Live Free 999 Foundation and Juice WRLD Fans. The centerpiece of the experience is a virtual garden, inspired by a real memorial garden created by Juice WRLD’s Mother, Carmela Wallace. Within the “Virtual WRLD”, you can explore a Juice WRLD mural, wishing

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Live Free 999 Partners with Young Artists to Raise Funds for Foundation

Live Free 999 has partnered with artists Carlos and Aeka to create exclusive branded merchandise available for purchase in our Store. Aeka designed the Live Free 999 logo, which is displayed prominently throughout the website. Carlos created the design for the Exhale Depression graphic. Both designs are also featured on our launch merchandise in our Store. Read more about our

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