By sharing stories we can help others feel less alone, encourage open conversations, and remind people that support is always within reach. Share your unique story with Mental Health UK.
"I was trying to be everything to everyone, always available and always present, and I did not realise how much pressure I was putting on myself."
Read Alexander’s story
"My body was carrying the anxiety even when I tried to mask it with a “brave face”. "
Read Aneeka’s story
"All my life I thought I was broken, but it turns out all those "broken" pieces of me were never joined in the first place. "
Read Angela’s story
"Although I enjoyed spending time with my new baby, I began feeling incredibly sad all the time."
Read Charlene’s story
"I lost my identity; the isolation, not having a daily routine, and a complete lack of purpose was not something I was prepared for.
I quite literally fell apart."
"Depression kicked in - my marriage and homelife was falling apart, my work life suffered too. "
Read Clara’s story
"I’ve met many inspirational women who are post-menopausal and living their best lives ever, which gives me strength because I know this will pass."
Read Elizabeth’s story
"I remember feeling completely out of control — like I was drowning in a sea of thoughts I couldn’t shut off.
That was my wake-up call."
"How a light bulb moment helped me find hope in living with bipolar disorder."
Read Giles story
"I still have bad days, and suffer from frequent migraines and dizzy spells. Having the option to work from home has been a significant help and has noticeably improved my performance and wellbeing."
Read Martin’s story
"My psychologist suggested group therapy which became a turning point. I met people with similar experience ... I felt validated and happy to be there."
Read Yasmin’s story
"Clic gave me room to breathe and helped me find my feet again. "
Read Jacqueline’s story
"It is truly heart-warming to see the other users supporting each other through anything they may be feeling or experiencing"
Read Lauren’s Story
"Another reason why I love volunteering with Clic is because it helps me too – I’m still human and have periods where I’m struggling, and to have that support there makes such a big difference. "
Read Amy’s story
"I think it has helped with my loneliness massively as I feel like I'm involved in an online community where I can speak to anyone and actually become friends with them. "
Read Mark’s Story
"It can sometimes be too much to talk to people close to you, but services such as Clic gives you access to people who genuinely want to help and listen to your story."
Read Arif’s Story
"Being able to FaceTime other members of the family for the first time was priceless"
Read Susan’s Story
"It didn’t take long for me to realise that I had found a safe, relaxed and very friendly place to be."
Read Mo’s Story
"I hadn’t been prioritising myself for months and months which really took a toll on my wellbeing "
Read Sarah’s Story
"It just felt like everything came at once, and I had nowhere to turn. I felt as though I had failed as a dad."
Read Steven’s Story
"This gave me a purpose and made me feel a part of something as well as having support from staff who encouraged me and made me feel accepted."
Read Dean’s Story
"Group members all have their own issues, but we all come together for support and that’s what helped me."
Read Amita’s Story
"I find it really comforting that Clic is there. I can just log on and chat to someone if I need to."
Read Delilah’s Story
Your story is unique – sharing it with others will encourage open conversations, and remind people that support is always within reach.
“After the first phone call, a weight was lifted off my shoulders”
Mike tells us about how Mental Health and Money Advice in Scotland, delivered by Support in Mind Scotland, helped him to deal with his spiralling debt, and about the impact it has had on his life.
“I became my son’s mother again, rather than his carer”
When Denise’s son was diagnosed with schizophrenia, she felt like she had nowhere to turn. She tells us about how the Rethink Advice and Information Service, delivered by Rethink Mental Illness in England, helped her to understand their rights when it comes to his care.
“The wounding shared gives a little bit of fortitude”.
Steve attends the Machynlleth Carers Support Group in Wales, delivered by Hafal. He tells us about how the group has helped him.
