How Do You Find Fulfillment When You’re Empty Inside?

I was suffering from depression and having problems with my family. It was one of the hardest times in my life. My family was disconnected, and we didn’t get along well. I wondered things like, “What’s the reason to go on? Why am I here?” I felt very empty.

Then I was introduced to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. My friend who invited me to church always strives to live the gospel and share it with others. She followed the Holy Spirit by inviting me to church. The time I spent in church was very nice. Attending seminary with my classmates filled me with a lot of love. After eight months of getting to know the Church and learning about Jesus Christ, I was baptized.

I felt like Jesus Christ saved me from many difficult things I was going through during that time. I know that He is the one who pulled me through.

Alessia H., age 16, El Oro, Ecuador

Enjoys riding horses, spending time with family, and doing extreme sports.