Find published personal stories and reporting about recovery, setbacks, and starting again. Otentick writes a short guide to each source and links you to the original publisher, where you can read the full story.
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Rabia describes how loneliness later in life inspired her and a friend to create a peer group for older women from their community. The story shows how a small conversation can grow into a place where people feel connected and included.
Erin describes hiding health-related anxiety at work until a panic attack made it impossible to keep her experience separate from her professional life. Support from colleagues helped her speak honestly and consider what a healthier balance could look like.