In May 2021, I launched a heartfelt project titled “Story of Victory” journal, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. 50% of all proceeds were donated to the nonprofit organization Mercy Multiplied. The Story of Victory journal has been in development since 2015 and continues to evolve as a recurring project released every other year. Its mission is to raise awareness around depression, suicide prevention, and mental health.

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This project was born from a deeply personal place. In 2015, during a time when I was struggling with my mental health, a trusted mentor gifted me a journal and introduced me to the power of reflective writing. Through journaling, I discovered a way to process my thoughts—whether uplifting or difficult—which helped me release negativity, express myself authentically, and ultimately develop a more hopeful outlook on life.

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I still carry the words my mentor shared with me, and I now pass them on to everyone who engages with this journal: ​

“Write YOUR story here… Write down every negative thought you carry, and then replace those words with affirmations of who you are becoming. Journal the good, the bad, and everything in between—just remember: this is only the beginning of your STORY OF VICTORY.”​​​​​​​​