Mental illness is a tsunami of the mind and soul. Those who persist, despite such immense struggle, are only worthy of our admiration and respect, not ridicule. As a part of the community of those with mental illness, I would tell you that I have met no braver people than my fellow citizens, who rise to another dawn and hold back once again the darkness that seeks to devour them. Spend a moment in our minds. See as we see. You will know then that we are braver than brave.
