Before I close this podcast sessions for a season break, I saved this spot for a topic close to my heart. 

I've known Mini Malabanan as this pretty, smart, and funny lady that I've known since childhood. She's well-educated, well-travelled, has a loving family, great friends, and a thriving business. So how can a fully functioning individual, have a mental health concern when the environment seems everything was in her favor?

In this episode, Mini shared how she came to decide to seek professional help and how she was finally set free. Thank you Mini for trusting me with your story and for not being afraid to speak up and advocate for mental health. It's about time that we have this kind of conversation in our society. 

P.S. I know it's not easy to recognize if we need help, but just in case you want to try taking the first step, help is available online and for free. Check out https://www.mhfirstresponse.org/. This is not sponsored but something that I have tried out myself.