introduction

W e all have thoughts, feelings, and internal struggles. They’re all part of what makes us human. Our brains are complex, intricate, and unbelievably fascinating machines that serve as central command for our bodies and our lives day in and day out.

And yet, we don’t talk about our brains as much as we should. Mental health is a core component of our overall health, but finding ways to talk about it comes far less naturally—and can be far less accepted—than talking about our physical health.

(Don’t) Call Me Crazy is a conversation starter and guide to better understanding how and where mental health impacts us each and every day. This is neither a tool for diagnosis nor a medical guide. It’s a pulling back of the curtain and an opportunity to get up close and personal with mental health. It is by turns intense and raw, as well as humorous and lighthearted. It showcases a wide range of experiences, as well as the power and eccentricities of each person’s unique brain.