
This is a project or what I might call a journey that I am trekking. I have faith that our healing must come from within, starting with our sense of self. We are beings wonderfully made without an instruction manual. Although, we may know a lot about our anatomy, it is not necessary to know. All we need is a little help from our friends to heal what is scarred inside. Naturally we will begin to morph into ourselves, who we truly are meant to be. I, myself, am still changing and forever will be. I know sometimes it can be hard to imagine even being a happy person at any time and sad times always come and go, but true love is forever. So that’s where we need to begin.
My project will consist of many things, it is very complex, yet, simple in terms of purpose. I would love to begin with an open meeting via proposed media platforms, in order to gather a collective agreement for this cause. A live broadcast meeting via Facebook is most likely where I will start. The funds I acquire will go towards my fundraiser venue and all the required merchandise for sales. This is a non-profit, so all of the proceeds will be directly planted in the larger goal for my project. A clubhouse of sorts, geared towards creative outlets for mental healing. I, fortunately, have come across many real estate opportunities for the placement of such a clubhouse.
Being located in southern Illinois, I know my projected reach will be minimal. Which is why I am willing to relocate based on the greater statistical need for mental health services. This project is more than just something to do. It is something to be, a healer. According to nimh.nih.gov, 25.8% of adults between the ages 18-25, suffer from mental illness in the U.S. That is a quarter of our young adults and future leaders! It is our responsibility to resolve this issue as a nation. We need more people to be aware of mental health issues! Only 42.6% of adults received mental health treatment in 2017. That is less than half!According to nami.org, mental disorders make up the largest cause for hospitalization for all people in the U.S. under 45 years of age. This is a serious issue!
We can do better and we will. Supported or unsupported I will stand for this cause. I am a directly affected as well. I need everyone to be a part of this mission because we need each other and that is an undeniable truth.
Recently, I've uncovered a potential venue for my first fundraiser! I have been brainstorming ideas for activites to portray the overall message. There will be an open stage for poetry, spoken word, singers, etc. Personally struggling with mental health myself, this project is helping me in more ways I can imagine. Just through helping others I am creating a healing within myself. Sometimes all we need is a way to express ourselves! If that's all it takes to make a person happy, I am willing to make it happen!
As I collecting my ideas and plans, I am currently waiting on funds. Im seeking sponsors, grants, and connections from all of my resources. Unfortunately, I am just one person. A cause like this requires support from not only businesses and organizations, but the people themselves! My blog at completense.worpress.com is to inspire courage and internal motivation, so to cause a movement. So tell me, where would you like to meet, virtually, as a collective group of healers in progress?
About the Creator
Ryshalyn Shielle Williams
Creative engineer, artist, entrepreneur, spiritual wellness advocate.


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