Achea Redd makes mental health awareness her mission—because for Achea, it's personal.
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Achea Redd's Journey to Authentic Self-Worth rom her earliest memories, Achea Redd lived under the microscope of other people's expectations. As a child, she was constantly aware of her body, with family members and family friends monitoring her eating habits, instructing her on ideal weight, celebrating when she lost pounds, and expressing concern when she gained them. Combined with her natural inclination to please others, this scrutiny created a prison of self-consciousness that would haunt her for decades.
Creating Powerful, Thriving Digital Communities:
Achea Redd On How To Cultivate Connection & Community In A Click-to-Connect World
Achea Redd On How To Cultivate Connection & Community In A Click-to-Connect World
Achea Redd talks with Spectrum News 1 about her mental health struggles and how they affected her physically. Her experiences getting help and treatment inspired her to write and connect with other women experiencing similar struggles. Achea has published three books, including “The Precipice of Mental Health: Becoming Your Own Safe Space.”
'I Married an NBA Legend. My Life Looked Perfect on the Outside'
“At 42, I am truly my fullest, happiest, strongest self. But I believe I would not be here had I not walked through the fire of an eating disorder, anxiety and depression, and sometimes overwhelming thoughts of ending it all.” Read More
praise for Simone Biles for prioritizing mental health
When Achea Redd learned the news Tuesday morning of Simone Biles not competing in the Olympic team event, as a fan she says she felt incredibly bummed. However as an advocate for mental health -- she said she understood.