Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about mental health recovery, curated daily by BrightWire.
Three-time Olympic gold medalist Stephanie Rice is starting over in Dubai with a new name, a new mission, and faith at the center of everything. The Australian swimming champion is sharing her journey of rebuilding after mental health struggles and finding hope.
A rehabilitation facility in Ghana is teaching residents tailoring and weaving alongside treatment, helping them build skills to earn a living and avoid relapse after they leave. Two graduates are already producing woven items independently, and one former resident returned with his wife and son to thank the staff who helped him rebuild his life.
Olympic gold medalist Jessie Diggins is bringing her story of mental health struggles and recovery to Montana State University in a free public talk. The most decorated cross country skier in U.S. history will discuss her eating disorder journey and why speaking openly helps save lives.
Personal stories of healing and hope become original songs at San Bernardino County's fifth annual Sound of Recovery concert. The free September event celebrates recovery journeys through music that speaks to struggle, strength, and second chances.
A 25-year-old Afghan woman who lost hope while battling depression has transformed her life through mental health care. Now she's teaching others skills that help them earn a living.
A recent Indiana University graduate spotted a familiar backpack on a homeless man in Austin and discovered he was talking to a former Hoosiers football star. That chance encounter sparked a fundraiser that raised $20,000 and changed a life.
A mountaineer who nearly died in an avalanche turned to fossil hunting for healing and discovered a 201-million-year-old marine reptile never before found in Wales. His find is helping scientists learn more about ancient sea life while showing how nature can mend broken spirits.
A man buried alive in snow for 20 minutes found healing in fossil hunting and unearthed a 201-million-year-old marine reptile. Matthew Myerscough's discovery proves that life's hardest moments can redirect us toward unexpected purpose.
Country star Ty Herndon shares his journey through addiction, mental illness, and coming out in his brutally honest new memoir 'What Mattered Most.' The singer who became country music's first openly gay male superstar now helps others find their own path to healing.
A young man who lost his job during the pandemic found new purpose through a volunteer conservation program at a Shropshire farm. Michael Reynolds went from struggling with his mental health to becoming a dedicated weekly volunteer with dreams of a career in conservation.
After IVF twins left her feeling emotionally numb, Ishu Gupta discovered yoga brought back the connection she'd lost. Now she's using her journey through postpartum depression and loss to help other parents find their way back to themselves.
The American Legion is collecting success stories from veterans who've overcome mental health challenges to inspire others still struggling. Your journey could give hope to fellow service members facing similar battles.