Nicola was first diagnosed with mental illness when she was 18 years of age and didn’t have the capacity to handle her emotions as well as she does today.

The following video shows Nicola’s passionate and heartfelt message of hope. As her best friend once said, “you’re not crazy, you’re just interesting”!

Today, Nicola credits self-care, being part of a team and being able to take time out for herself following difficult periods, as key coping mechanisms.

Do you know someone who is affected by mental illness? Help us raise awareness and much needed funds for youth mental health by supporting the participants of March with Me 2017 here:

https://heroix.everydayhero.com.au/event/MarchWithMe2017/donate