This podcast episode is an interview with Haywood Robinson author of the book “Chasing Pleasure with Pain” who is a courageous advocate for mental health awareness. In this episode, we discuss relevant information regarding stress related to living with a mental illness or mental disorder while faced with stigma.  Haywood shares her personal journey with mental health and how it has helped her reduce stress to maintain a sustainable work-life balance. The goal of this podcast episode is to provide insights and information that can empower others in need of mental health care who might be struggling with similar stress from the stigma associated with living with a mental illness or mental disorder.