In this deeply human and vulnerable episode of the Global Impact Podcast, host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Sonnie Price, Program Supervisor at Global Impact Wellness Group, and Jaida Collins, who bravely opens up about the painful realities of living with mental illness.

Jaida shares her journey from silent suffering to a moment of crisis that changed everything—being asked to leave her home, staying in a hotel, and reaching a point where she felt she had nothing left to fight for. In a raw retelling, she describes the night she took multiple pills and the moment she woke up, physically and emotionally purging more than what she had taken. It was the moment she realized she couldn’t keep hiding her pain, her struggle, or the truth.

Together, Ali, Sonnie, and Jaida explore:

• The hidden battles behind mental illness

• How isolation and internal pressure can distort reality

• Why honesty—first with yourself and then with others—is a gateway to healing

• The shame, embarrassment, and fear many face when asking for help

• How personal rock-bottom moments can become the foundation for rebuilding

This episode is not about hopelessness — it’s about survival, self-realization, and the courage it takes to say “I need help.” It's about the people who show up when you think no one will, and the inner strength you discover when you’re finally honest about your struggle.

If you or someone you love is dealing with mental health challenges, this conversation offers a reminder: your story isn’t over, and you’re not alone.