Candace Schoner

Speaking Candidly with Candace

Candace Schoner

  • Opening Up and On a Mission

Opening Up and On a Mission

Wednesday 22nd July 2020

Candace Schoner opens up about her mental health struggles and her mission to raise awareness and advocate for free healthcare.
35 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate

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Speaking Candidly with Candace
Author:
Candace Schoner
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Candace Schoner's Journey: From Personal Struggles to Mental Health Advocacy

My mission is to raise that awareness of mental illness, destigmatize it and advocate for free healthcare for those suffering from mental illness.
Imagine growing up in a household shadowed by alcoholism and then facing your own mental health battles. That's the reality Candace Schoner shares in this heartfelt episode of 'Speaking Candidly with Candace'. She opens up about her childhood experiences and a recent health scare that ignited her passion for mental health advocacy. Candace dives into the often-taboo topic of mental illness, emphasizing the urgent need to break the stigma surrounding it.
She discusses how COVID-19 has exacerbated mental health issues and the critical role of therapy and medication in managing these conditions. With a mix of personal anecdotes and broader insights, Candace highlights the importance of self-esteem and finding light even in the darkest times. Her story isn't just about struggle; it's about resilience, hope, and the drive to create a more compassionate world.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by mental health issues, whether personally or through a loved one.