At the very outset, I must confess that my thoughts as I write my story have been much influenced by the stories of Edward Roberts, John Hessler & Eckhart Tolle, as also that of Jean Vanier.

“What is your story?” This is a million-dollar question. Yet, without even an iota of prejudice, I can say with confidence that my story so far has been (and continues to be) one of tremendous pain & inner suffering.

I must add here that I have, as a Mental Health Disabled Individual, faced insurmountable pain and suffering in addition to the extreme stigma, prejudice and discrimination that most others like me ACTUALLY face. I guess this was, is and will continue to be my ultimate inspiration. As a Writer (with 9 books published, including one from Germany) and as a "PUBLIC PEACE PRIZE" Laureate, 2018, Canada, I have always had the best interests of the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities at heart.

So, there's a need to start a conversation. And I'd love to be a part of it!!!