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Kim Farnham's avatar

I loved your essay even though it made me cry. 💕

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Diane White's avatar

Oh Charlotte. As the parent and spouse of people who've struggled with their mental health all of their lives I know full well the consequences of trying to "just get over it," or "man up." It pisses me off to no end. I have imperfect eyes, so I wear glasses - no one tells me to get over it. When my mother broke her ankle, no one told her to man up. If I have an imperfect brain, what is the big problem with asking for help? Once again your words have magically articulated what I try so hard to get across to people. I am so grateful you are in my life - even if it's only virtually.

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