Lynn's daughter experienced debilitating anxiety.  Lynn feels that we need to change the way that we view and approach mental illness, as it's currently fragmented, whereas we are whole beings. Today, she helps others tell their stories. Lynn shares these nuggets of life wisdom: - we do have control over our decisions - let's open up conversations - opening up is part of the path to healing - reach out to those you trust - take that first step - the first step can be your new future - there's a pathway for caregivers   tags: Lynn, McLaughlin, speaker, empower, writer, author, podcast, host, consultant, advocate, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean