Mental Illness Is My Superpower: A Conversation With Taylor

You've probably heard the saying, "What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger." And while we don't wish tragedy on anyone, it is also true that sometimes we don't know what kind of strength we possess until we are faced with adversity. Real super heroes are known by their scars, not by accolades. This week we welcome Pieces to Wellness friend, Taylor Locke. Costume or no costume, Taylor is a true mental health superhero. Taylor wears many hats in the local, state, national, and even international mental health advocacy community. The challenges that Taylor has overcome,  the resilience and humility they display, is nothing short of extraordinary.Much of Taylor's work in mental health has been connected to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Taylor has been involved with fundraising, community events, working with the Next Gen community (young adult advisory group), and sitting on the Board of Directors for NAMI Capital Region NY. Most recently, Taylor is the superhero face of NAMI Capital Region NY Captain NAMI, literally embodying a superhero persona, costume and all, to break down stigma and connect with kids on mental health. All of this work is personal to Taylor. They remind us that perspective matters, change is constant, and relentlessness leads to resilience.Click here to learn more about NAMI.Click here to learn more about NAMI Capital Region NYWant to meet the Pieces to Wellness hosts? Tim and Karen are participating this Saturday from 11-3 at NAMI Capital Region's Children's Mental Health Awareness fair at Colonie Center. Special appearance by Captain NAMI!Is there something you're struggling with? Something you'd like to hear us discuss?Reach out on IG @piecestowellness or shoot us an email at [email protected]. Please check out our other episodes and tell a friend!Remember - The road to a better you is paved with pieces to wellness…Like, Follow, Share 🧩 Did you know that Tim's a published author? Get a copy of his book, Never Underestimate the Power of You by clicking the link below:Send us Fan Mailhttps://a.co/d/h7AQf91