Emma’s Story - Depression, Anxiety & PTSD

Emma’s Story 

The images featured below are mere months apart between 2019-2020. They are both me, however in my reality they are two completely different people.

Before 

I was in the worst state I have ever been, both mentally and physically. Over weight, suicidal and suffering BADLY with anxiety, depression and PTSD. 

Having all sorts of emotions, thoughts and feelings going through my head at 1000mph but also feeling so blank and empty on the inside. Only getting out of bed and going to work because I couldn’t let my team down or get in trouble at work for being ‘dramatic’ or ’weak’, not thinking that I actually needed to look after myself. 

I was scared to talk to anyone about how I was feeling because when I tried to speak to my ‘friends’ I was told to get over it and that I need to stop acting a victim. I felt like I was worthless, ugly, fat and a burden who was constantly worrying about what people thought of me.

After

I have anxiety, depression and PTSD BUT! I am a survivor. I am in the best state mentally and physically that I have been in in YEARS! 

I still have my down days where I struggle to get out of bed and socialise but I know that I am not worthless and I am not a burden. 

I can’t lie, still care about what people think of me but I don’t try to mould myself into the version of me that people want and if they don’t like that it truly doesn’t affect me anymore. 

I still have a long way to go but I am SO bloody proud of the person I have become and I am so grateful for the people I now have around me! 

I can’t wait to see what this year holds for me and how much I can improve and better myself! 

Just because someone doesn’t speak up about how they are feeling or what they are going through/have been through doesn’t mean that they aren’t suffering. People are silently battling with their mental health everyday! Don’t judge a person because they are quiet or not wanting to go out clubbing, socialising or replying your messages etc. Instead maybe ask if they are ok and take the time to hear them out without judging them or putting them down.

Emma x

Thank you for bravely sharing your story Emma, I am so glad you are back to feeling yourself and excited for the future ahead. 

You’ve always been truly lovely and someone I’ve know for so long and guiltily admit I was completely unaware of the struggle you were going through. 

Your story is another example of how we truly don’t know what is going on in peoples lives. 

So happy you’re through the worst of it and my best wishes for your exciting future.

Mark 💪🏼