Saturday, August 22, 2015

JESS GETTY



Jess
“Today is the sixth anniversary of the day I did not commit suicide.”
Jess had a hard time making friends. She never understood why. Lonely in middle school, lonelier in high school, she was angry with herself and purchased razor blades to cut her skin so her outsides would match the way she felt inside. For college, Jess moved out of state to make a fresh start. She met a young man who was a bright spot. She also made friends with her roommates and people in the dorm. She confided in her roommate that she was cutting herself, and her roommate gossiped to everyone. They all left Jess alone. When her boyfriend broke up with her and refused to explain she had had enough. While preparing a deadly brew a thought came to her: “If no one else is going to treat me well, I will treat myself well.” Today Jess is a psychologist specializing in depression and suicide prevention. She’s created The Fuzzy Project, an online community devoted to helping people understand what depression feels like. Jess’s goal is to create a place to reach out and meet others who understand the struggle.
You can learn more about Jess’ work at:  www.thefuzzyproject.com

For a more detailed description please visit www.barbaraferrier.com and look at the Courageous Women Collection

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