Hey yo!

My name is Kayla.

I am a Co-Founder of People for the People.

I struggle with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), Prolonged Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, and Alcohol Dependency

I am the non-faith (non-believer if you will) based one in our group - advocating that it is okay that not everyone can use faith/religion to heal/recover. I support everyone regardless of their beliefs because in the end we are all people who deserve someone to be there for them.

Random Fact that everyone thinks is funny...

I have a huge fear of whales... no I have never been near the ocean or seen one in person

Hobbies: I like reading, writing short stories, play the Sims, and photography

Long story short...

I have experienced a lot of loss in my 30 years of life. It started impacting my mental health as early as 12 years of age.

Age 27 was diagnosed with PCOS leading to me needing fertility help...unfortunately due to other health issues I couldn't continue the fertility treatments. Being a mother is not in my cards.

Officially diagnosed with depression and anxiety age 20. Panic disorder at 27.

I have struggled with thoughts of either wishing I was dead since age 12.

What it is like for me to have depression, wishing I wouldn't wake up and anxiety, being afraid to die...

EXHAUSTING!!!!!!!

My mind is constantly battling with itself.

I lose motivation to do literally anything - leading to be called lazy

What has helped me?

Making friends with people who have gone through tough times that resulted in them being negatively impacted.