Minds Anonymous provides a safe space to share mental health stories anonymously.
By increasing the understanding of mental health conditions we hope to abolish stigma.
A powerful story can change a life.
Let us share yours.
We are a self-funded, not-for-profit organisation struggling to stay online. Thank you for any financial contribution you can make.
Our Stories
- Love
Love comes to every living being in various forms, often uninvited yet transformative. Some receive love early and flourish, while others struggle against it, eventually embracing its power. A notable aspect is self-love, often overlooked but essential. Those who recognize their internal love will find true happiness in its depths. - To the one who feels painfully alive
Dear Stranger, You might feel like an empty shell with… Read more: To the one who feels painfully alive - Who is She?
The narrative reflects a poignant internal struggle between the author’s younger and current selves. Once filled with dreams, the younger self is overshadowed by anxiety and the pressures of adult life. As she grapples with feelings of inadequacy and fear of the future, she longs for the innocence and freedom of her childhood. - Hard Times
Somedays are overwhelming…Somedays are frustrating…Somedays i feel like running my… Read more: Hard Times - Children – Free to good home
The author recounts a traumatic childhood marked by poverty and abandonment after their father’s death. Relocating with a pregnant mother and siblings to a new city, the children faced emotional turmoil when their mother attempted to give them away. The lasting pain of this betrayal underlines the profound impact of a parent’s rejection on a child’s life. - The room where I almost found a mother
The author reflects on their therapy journey, revealing a profound longing for maternal safety that emerged during sessions. Through transference and countertransference, they experienced care that felt both nurturing and ambiguous. Although they were not adopted or claimed, this love significantly changed them, highlighting the complexity of unmet childhood needs and healing. - When the body remembers first
The year began differently in her body before it even… Read more: When the body remembers first - I have a necklace
The necklace collection serves as a sentimental link to the narrator’s family history and personal identity. Each piece symbolizes memories and struggles, reflecting broader themes of resilience and the complexities of American history. As the narrator navigates their fears and societal pressures, the necklaces become a source of comfort and courage. - POEM: I’m Here
The poem reflects on an unseen yet powerful force that supports and encourages individuals in their journeys. It speaks to the themes of hope, resilience, and connection, suggesting that despite challenges, one can rise anew. Through nature and celestial imagery, it conveys the importance of guidance and collective strength in overcoming adversity. - POEM: My gut says no
My gut says no. I told him so He packed his stuff And… Read more: POEM: My gut says no - SUPPORT: Understanding Emotions Through Effective use of Language
By Counsellor/Psychotherapist Gill Jardine and Louisa Magnussen Minds Anonymous is… Read more: SUPPORT: Understanding Emotions Through Effective use of Language - Chapter 1: My Body Remembers
I don’t remember much from my early years. Even less… Read more: Chapter 1: My Body Remembers - Personal Journey Excerpt
I never question why I’m here. On this big rock… Read more: Personal Journey Excerpt - Favourite Part
My favorite part of the day is the window between… Read more: Favourite Part - Hope
The narrative portrays a personal journey through psychosis and hospitalization, highlighting the struggle with medication and mental health. The protagonist feels lost but finds hope in the unwavering support of their mother. As treatment progresses, their condition improves, leading to a joyful reunion and the prospect of returning to university. - Thank you and happy holidays
Happy holidays. We have your content. We will work on it in 2026. Thank you for your support of our mental health platform. - SUPPORT: Move a muscle, change a thought
By Andretia “Dresha” Shaw My Testimony From the time I… Read more: SUPPORT: Move a muscle, change a thought - I’d like to talk it out
Trigger Warning: Depressive themes. This story may affect some readers… Read more: I’d like to talk it out
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Our Beliefs
Minds Anonymous is an initiative set up to end the stigma that surrounds mental health, offer support to those that suffer and increase understanding of common and uncommon mental health conditions.
By sharing stories of real life mental health experiences, we aim to prove that managing mental health is simply part of being human. We may face individual challenges, but by learning about each other, we are in a stronger place to support one another.
Ending mental health stigma, one story at a time.
What People Say about Minds Anonymous
I think there has never been a better time to do it. Lot’s of people are struggling this year and we’re not out of the woods yet.
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I still think its mad that literally everyone I know has mental health issues of some kind and yet there’s still this feeling that we can’t be open about it!
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