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A Disclaimer: The Importance of Professional Help in Mental Health Recovery Before diving into the life lessons from my personal story, I want to emphasize that this…

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6 Life Lessons I Learned In The Psych Ward

6 Life Lessons I Learned In The Psych Ward

A Disclaimer: The Importance of Professional Help in Mental Health Recovery Before diving into the life lessons from my personal story, I want to emphasize that this…

How to Heal from a Break-up and Find Freedom Again

How to Heal from a Break-up and Find Freedom Again

Break-ups are never easy, and healing from a relationship can feel like an overwhelming journey. Whether it’s a painful breakup from a long-term partner or a short…

Faith, Courage, and Healing: A Journey Through Addiction Recovery and Mental Health

Faith, Courage, and Healing: A Journey Through Addiction Recovery and Mental Health

Life can feel like an endless series of obstacles, especially when dealing with addiction, mental health struggles, and family dysfunction. I once faced a mountain of challenges…

Breaking Misconceptions About Jesus: A Path to Addiction Recovery and Healing

Breaking Misconceptions About Jesus: A Path to Addiction Recovery and Healing

A Quick Personal History: My Journey from Misunderstanding to Healing Growing up in Taiwan, I wasn’t exposed to Christianity until a Christian missionary became a part of…

Risa

Risa is a survivor of childhood trauma and addiction, a Taiwanese immigrant, proud Asian American, and certified addictions specialist who was transformed by the love of God to empower others. Currently pursuing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP-accredited) , she combines clinical expertise with lived experience. Through her YouTube channel @GritToGrace, she shares neuroscience-backed, faith-based healing tools. Most powerfully, she’s living proof that recovery is possible—because she once believed none of this was achievable!

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