Part One

I’ve Not Scaled Mt. Everest But I Conquered Mt. Mental Health

Battling mental illness is an arduous uphill task

Back in 2020, after years of trying to keep my anxiety “under control”, I finally spiralled into depression.

I eventually left my job as a doctor to prioritise my recovery.

I had hit rock bottom.

My identity, life’s calling and everything I worked hard for was shattered.

I spent many sleepless (and tearful) nights looking to the “mountains”, where I once stood tall and was able to heal others.

Instead, I was miserable, depressed, and unable to help myself.

It felt like an insurmountable task to get back up again and I questioned if I would ever regain my happiness.

I’ve since mustered the courage to not just scale these mountains, but to also start writing about it to give hope to those who despair. One step at a time, my friend.

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