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Mariah Friend's avatar

Just wanted to say thank you for sharing your story! As a western-trained nurse whose background is in critical care and public health, I 100% relate to the experience of coming out of a system I went into with the intention of helping. It's definitely a journey but one I'm beginning to embody with more hope.

Thanks as well for recommending Heartbeats to your readers. I really appreciate it! I'm slowly, softly launching a new podcast and would love to interview you and hear more about your perspective!

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Michelle Acacia Raine's avatar

Thank you for reading Mariah! I really resonate with so much of what you talk about on Substack, especially the slowing down and trying to find a new rhythm connected with Spirit and Mother Earth. My journey out of western mental health has been so difficult and am still in recovery. I would welcome talking with you more about the experience. Please feel free to message or email me :)

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