Elder Ulisses Soares talks of the need for kindness and acceptance.

A Friend to All

As a young bishop Alan thought a healthy lifestyle coupled with strong religious habits could “fix” depression. After experiencing it for himself he develops a deeper understanding of mental illness.

Alan's Story

Alek struggled during high school and on his mission with depression and anxiety. It was the love of his family that helped him see how he could apply the Atonement of Jesus Christ and find hope.

Alek's Story

When Cole experienced crippling anxiety for the first time he was nearly 20 years old and didn't know how to cope. With the help of loved ones and professionals, he found peace.

Anxiety After My Mission

She began to experience health issues and intense feelings of fear and sadness as a youth. When she finally decided to reach out for help and treatment, she found the courage to keep going and keep trying.

Bethany’s Story

As a counselor, Brent has helped many people learn to live with different challenges, including diagnosed mental illnesses. Listen as Brent shares his insight and suggestions on understanding and supporting a loved one who is struggling.

Brent's Story

At 16, Cassidy began to experience symptoms of bipolar disorder. She hid her struggles, restricted her food intake, and self-harmed as she struggled to understand what was happening and regain control.

Cassidy's Story

Craig is an athlete, business owner, and father with depression and anxiety. He struggled to feel the Spirit and felt out of place at Church. After attempting suicide, he got the help he needed.

Craig’s Story

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland addresses concerns from early returned missionaries prior to the March 2016 Face to Face event.

Elder Holland’s Counsel for Early Returned Missionaries

Emily was an independent young adult when depression changed her life. She lost her faith, questioned love and spent days in bed, crying and sleeping. Emily talks about the process she’s gone through to find relief and hope again.

Emily’s Story

A man describes his journey from the tragedy and trauma of 9/11 to hope, healing, and renewal through Jesus Christ.

Finding Hope

Is There a Place for Me?

Jelena developed depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after being assaulted. She noticed personality changes and struggled to maintain relationships. Learn how she began to heal.

Jelena's Story

After joining the Church, her depression weighed more heavily. Jenny describes the challenge she faced in learning to trust God, find the strength to keep going and accept a different perspective on life.

Jenny's Story

Jesslyn was sure that her depression was a result of sin so she tried to serve others and study her scriptures more to make up for it. See how she found hope to hold on through her emotional pain.

Jesslyn's Story

Kayrena felt alone and isolated because of her depression. Learn about the process she continues to go through to find comfort, peace and acceptance.

Kayrena's Story

Kitengie was abused as a child and often felt rejected. When she began experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder and depression, she found hope and strength in her relationship with Jesus Christ.

Kitengie's Story

Jesus Christ set the ultimate example of selfless service. In this original short film, we meet people discovering the power of living that simple principle.

LIFT

Lifting Others

This is a clip from Elder Holland's Conference address.

Like a Broken Vessel

How do you best respond when mental or emotional challenges confront you or those you love?

Lisa worried that a diagnosis of bipolar disorder would cause people to see or treat her differently. When she determined to find herself again, she found a source of comfort and learned that she didn’t have to be a victim of her illness.

Lisa's Story

When Heather first recognized the symptoms of her depression, she felt ashamed. She also felt sure that with faith, prayer, and help from Jesus Christ, the depression could be taken away. She learned that prayers are answered in unexpected ways.

Living with Depression

Sister Christina B. Franco discusses the importance of inclusion and respect.

Love in Our Hearts

Marie was abused as a teenager and often felt alone. She tried to forget her past but she blamed herself for what happened and it was hard to feel happy. Learn how “giving back” has made a difference.

Marie's Story

Mark has struggled with depression most of his life. When he determined to accept God’s help and do whatever He asked, he learned that he is not an exception to the Atonement.

Mark's Story

Melinda shares her personal struggle with postpartum depression and how she managed her grief after losing her husband by suicide.

Melinda's Story

Elder Holland reminds us that no amount of self will can solve clinical depression. Seeking professional help is key to healing our mental health issues. We also need the support and compassion of others.

Mental Health: Compassion for Those Who Struggle

Elder Holland reminds us that as we deal with our personal, mental health issues, God takes His role as our Father seriously. He knows us intimately and He will always be with us during our sicknesses, struggles and sorrows.

Mental Health: You Are His Child

In dealing with mental health issues we can sometimes feel alone. Elder Holland reminds us that the Savior felt alone, both in the Garden of Gethsemane and on the cross, in order to be with us during our loneliness.

Mental Health: You Are Not Alone in This

Elder Boyd K. Packer clarifies that disabilities and handicaps do not come because of sin. John 9:1-5

Not all Suffering Results from Sin

Troy and Deedra Russell were devastated after the death of their son. Their story shows how one person can make a difference during the grieving process.

One-on-One (Ministering with Love)

Regi felt hopeless for most of her life, did not get along with others and struggled to keep a job. When she felt ready to give up, she found someone waiting to help.

Regi's Story

Renee often used humor as a mask to hide her depression after an abusive childhood. She shares her story to help others know that God loves us and our spirits can not be broken.

Renee's Story

Jake was eagerly planning to serve as a full-time missionary in South Carolina for two years, but things don’t always go according to plan.

Returning Early from a Mission

Ryan struggled to manage manic depression on his own and eventually sought help at his family’s encouragement. Learn how he finds hope and peace through his family and in Christ.

Ryan's Story

The antidote for the poison of self-criticism is self-compassion, and self-kindness is the key. Become your own best friend by changing how you talk to yourself and learning to embrace your flaws.


Self-Compassion

Sheina felt trapped by her depression. She convinced herself that suicide was the only way to end her pain. Listen to Sheina’s story of recovery and faith through ongoing challenges.

Sheina's Story

Sheryl struggled with depression and bipolar disorder throughout her life and often wondered what her purpose in this life was. She had a moment of clarity in which she was able to find strength through the thought of her children’s futures.

Sheryl's Story

Elder Patrick Kearon speaks on inclusion and friendship in the Church

To Love Them All

We know from the scriptures that some trials are for our good and are suited for our own personal development.

“Hope Ya Know, We Had a Hard Time”

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