It’s All in a Name by Saashley

Created 2009; Phoenix, AZ

Saashley shares how discovering art helped her to rename herself and redefine her life after a long history of struggle with mental illness and the labels that often accompany it.

Tell us about yourself?
I am an artist/social worker/teacher working with at-risk kids getting their GEDs

Why or how did you choose this story to tell?
It was about time. I've wanted to, but wasn't ready.

How have you changed as a result of making or telling this story?
Now that I can tell my story, I want to help someone else tell theirs- once you know your story, you can think about how to effect its ending.