I have been deeply ashamed about my anxiety & depression for most of my life. Now I am offering an open book inspired by own struggle & my Uncle Andrew’s suicide. Quite frankly, that both terrifies & delights me. The medium of photography helped me find a safe, contemplative space for my emotions to arise. Andrew’s poetry helped me learn how to meet my own pain with love & acceptance. I hope these pages spur you on your own journey of loving acceptance for you & the you before you.

1st Edition Includes:

• Numbered & signed copy with a “You’re Not Alone” bookmark to encourage a slow, thoughtful reading

• Introduction about my past & Andrew’s life

• My thoughts about the importance of leaving home and how it is necessary for developing character

• A look into my philosophy behind my film photography process

• Thoughts on the importance of asking, “What happened to you?” not “What’s wrong with you?”

• Blank space for you to write your thoughts & feelings as you work through the pages

• A personal resource list of books and online sources about mental health that I found helpful

• A hopeful conclusion to guide you into the beginning of your healing process

Details:

• 8in x 8in size

• Textured cover with felt weave 100lb paper

• 125 interior pages of full color coated matte while 100lb paper

• Perfect bound spine

Destigmatizing mental health, suicide, and depression can only happen if we’re willing to face it. I believe that no one should have to endure life alone. This book exists as that very reminder. Let’s embrace it together.