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About Me!

 Hi there. I’m Monica. 

I have lived experience with mental health. Just yesterday I was laughing with my little brother telling him that if what happened to me was to be a movie, it would be scary. I wouldn’t want to watch it. 

But it would be a Christian movie because God wrote my story. I wouldn’t change it for anything because at the core of it is the hand of God. The same hand that propelled me to start this blog to share insights with those struggling with mental health. 

Elisabeth Elliot's A Path Through Suffering helped me realize that God wasn't punishing me. My pain was meant to encourage you, and that made it bearable. 

Consider me the friend who knows what it is to live with mental illness. One who is learning to find strength in the Word of God. I will share poetry, scripture, and encouragement with you, and there will be a few tears and laughs, but all to strengthen you. 

I’m so glad you’re here.

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