Rough Edges is becoming Whole Without Hiding, a space where women of color can unmask and become who God created them to be. The core mission stems from honest conversations about faith, identity, mental health, and wholeness.
Christians Experience Bipolar Disorder Too: Balancing Faith and Mental Illness (Feature)
I was honored to write an article for the Christian Mental Health Initiative about my experience in managing bipolar disorder with faith. Please see an excerpt below: Two years ago, I made one of the most difficult decisions of my life. I accepted an untimely diagnosis of bipolar disorder, which changed my life forever. On... Continue Reading →
My Passion Project
Nearly two years ago, I knew that I wanted to create a resource so that others can heal. In January of 2021, I received an unexpected bipolar diagnosis which caused me to face my pain. Rough Edges was born out of that pain. In creating this podcast, I learned to embrace my brokenness in order... Continue Reading →
Lessons from my Battle with Bipolar Disorder
It’s been 2 years since having bipolar disorder changed my life forever. In 2021, my world turned upside down after receiving a diagnosis of bipolar 1 disorder. Everything I knew about myself was shattered. Through endless months of searching for the right therapy tools, the appropriate medicinal treatments, and the best way to manage my... Continue Reading →
How I Faced my Mental Illness with Faith and Now Work to End the Stigma
Last year I had to do one of the hardest things in my life. I had to accept an untimely diagnosis which changed my life forever. On January 4th, 2021, I had a severe manic episode which led to my hospitalization. I was frantic, speaking rapidly, and I had a lot of energy after getting... Continue Reading →
