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World Mental Health Day falls on 10 October 2025. In our fight to help remove the stigma associated with mental health conditions, we present stories of brave men and women who openly talk about their struggles with mental health.
We hope these interviews remind you that you’re not alone. We also hope that they encourage you to seek help or speak with someone.
“Eventually, I made the difficult decision to step away from my career to focus on understanding my son’s needs. I returned to study special education, educational psychology, and various therapy approaches; not because I wanted to start a business, but because I wanted my child to survive and thrive. “
“Ragas are straight-up sound medicine for the soul. People have experienced it for themselves, and science backs it up as well. Specific ragas can lower cortisol and steady heart rate, bringing balance to the autonomic nervous system.”
“In societies where fair skin was often idealised – especially for someone with a Chinese name – my darker complexion became a target. I was called names like Blackie and Dirty Skin, words that slowly taught me to believe that something about me was unacceptable.”
6 – 7 December 2025: The event invites the community to meet EQUAL’s herd of therapy horses – from retired racehorses to miniature horses.
“I sort of lost hope in love after my first relationship failed. Her family was turned off by the fact that I’m visually-handicapped, I guess. When she found someone else, I had to let her go. I started to think that I might never find someone who would accept me for who I am.”
5 – 13 July 2025: This year’s festival reimagines what it means to feel good, offering a mix of movement, music and modern self-care.
The popular Singaporean chef and content creator talks about his mental health struggles behind his boisterous online persona.
“I mean, you can hire influencers to say what you want them to say, but the delivery won’t be as authentic or sincere. Maybe for certain campaigns, yes. But I feel it’s important for business owners to front their own company. No one knows your brand like you do.”
“I don’t think there’s a place or city that I actually call home. Maybe it’s because I moved around quite a bit growing up. Even today, my family is scattered in different parts of the world. So I don’t know where home is. Do I even have one?”
“Looking back on my life, there were moments that felt very dark. I was never so depressed that I wanted to take my own life, but I did feel it would be easier if God took me away. I didn’t want to burden the people in my life because of my condition. But every time I think that way, God reminds me why I’m important in some people’s lives and why I still need to be here.”
“Due to the huge stress I was under, I developed shingles. I was in physical pain as well as mental anguish. But I had made the decision to never work for anyone else again. I was not cut out for that life, and I would be an even bigger failure if I returned to a regular office job.”
Choke Clinch Crank Combat | Singapore’s first professional MMA fighter talks about overcoming failure to realise his dreams
Humans of Sentosa | “What ignites a fire in me when I play golf? That’s a good question. I’m not competitive anymore – in the sense that I’m not a professional who plays for money now – but when you’re playing against anybody, you play to win. And I’m a terrible loser. I hate to lose.”
Choke Clinch Crank Combat | The former MMA fighter talks about overcoming suicidal thoughts and believing in a higher power.
Choke Clinch Crank Combat | The former MMA fighter and national wrestler talks about moulding the future generation.
“As an actor, I’ve spent so much time shooting on set, especially last year when I was in Melaka for three months. But what am I chasing at the end of the day? I love my work, but it takes such a huge chunk of time from my family, and I don’t know how much time I have left.”
“It took me a very long time to realise this, but nothing is more important than your mental health, be it in love or career. Life is about the decisions you make, so choose wisely, and always protect your peace of mind.”
“Some people were just born with a funny personality, but I’m more of a quiet observer. I’m constantly studying comedians, and thinking about how I can copy or outdo them. I’m writing down ideas and jokes all the time, so I’m really a writer at the end of the day.”
Choke Clinch Crank Combat | The undefeated professional boxer in Singapore shares how martial arts transformed her.
“I started losing hair at 16. When my dad brought me to see a doctor, the doctor said, ‘Peter, there’s no cure for hair loss. Don’t waste your money on treatments. Look at your dad. He is bald too, but he moved on with his life. Just count your blessings and accept your fate.”