For years, a man accuses his wife for saying awful things about him, things she never said in reality. Elsewhere, a young girl is kept in a seclusion room, she slashes and burns herself with cigarette butts. They both have something in common- both have a mental health disorder. They have since however, managed to triumph over their illnesses.

This inspiring series documented by The New York Times compiles stories and videos of people who learnt to cope not only with their mental illnesses, but also to excel in their own right by coming forth to share their stories and inspire others who are inflicted by mental illnesses. Click here to read more.