Who even cares about my life story, right? Would anyone even bother picking up my biography and flipping through the pages? I mean, why would anyone be interested in reading all about little old me? These words initiate Fergie VanWinkle’s bio on FergieGrace, a blog she fondly calls ‘her baby.’ As it turns out, readers are not only interested in discovering her story; they are grateful for the openness and relatability Fergie provides within this safe and motivating space.
Central to FergieGrace is a mission to steward a future devoid of mental health stigma, where all struggling people can access the necessary resources and help before it is too late. The nationwide shift in this conversation is essential, especially in light of the rising mental health statistics—according to research, 20% of adults and one in six kids aged six through 17 experience a mental health disorder every year. For children between 10 and 14, suicide remains the second leading cause of death. These drastic numbers call for proactiveness and immediate solutions. To add a meaningful voice to the choir, FergieGrace raises awareness and advocates for mental health resources.
FergieGrace is a powerful fusion of stirring storytelling and meticulous research. Fergie, a passionate writer on a mission to change the mental health landscape, seeks and reviews multiple mental health resources, from lifestyle recommendations like journaling and self-care to medical professionals and educational books and podcasts.
Among the life-changing resources are the Seven Pillars of Gratitude, a philosophy Fergie discovered while browsing blogs centered around mental health. “Before the Seven Pillars, I would struggle to feel grateful about the simple things, like having a scoop of ice cream or going to the beach. It just sounded too minimal,” shares Fergie. “This philosophy was a mind-opener and helped me strengthen the connection between happiness and mundane pleasures.”
Though some resources are less effective than others, Fergie remains dedicated to sharing the positives, negatives, and everything in between. To amplify the voice of mental health providers and promote funding initiatives, Fergie ventured out to other social media platforms, such as X, Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin. Behind every word, sentence, and post, the message is the same, and it resonates now more than ever before: It is okay to be a work in progress, it is okay to look for help, and it is okay to not have it all figured out.
Over the years, FergieGrace transformed from a diary-style blog created as Fergie’s emotional outlet into a hub of knowledge and resources. That shift was fueled by her urge to be more proactive in supporting positive mental health movements. “I think people are drawn to my reliability. I am still on my mental health journey, and I don’t want to wait before I ‘feel good’ to share my experiences,” adds Fergie. “Once, I received a message thanking me for being capable of speaking up, trying to make others understand the challenges of mental health issues, and de-stigmatizing society. There is no better reward than knowing I have helped someone going through a similar path.”
Looking into the future, Fergie hopes to foster meaningful partnerships with other content creators and charities and eventually establish her own nonprofit. “My dream is to become an echoing voice in the mental health landscape, advocating for easily accessible and effective resources,” Fergie assures. “Life is never a fairytale, but we can still find comfort in it. Let’s just take it one day at a time, give each other and ourselves grace, and stick together. I believe all my readers will find themselves one day, and I know the same will happen to me. Until then, I am happy to keep sharing stories and inspiring people with all the lessons life teaches me.”
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