“My name is Quinn Burke. I’m 23 years old and I’ve been coming consistently to Embody GR for more than 3 years. Since I was 11 years old I’ve struggled with severe depression and anxiety, accompanied by persistent thoughts of suicide. I’ve transformed my whole being because of this organization. Four years ago, I dropped out of college to save my life and focus on healing. Since then, I’ve gone back, and am four credits from my associates degree. Embody is my family. My medicine and safe place to go. I do not want to die anymore. I have a tribe of support, love, and acceptance.
EmbodyGR is a priority to me. It’s blocked off in my week. Showing up every week is a “yes” to healing. A yes to breaking down walls of shame, self-doubt, pain, anger, and sadness. I got the opportunity to attend an extremely effective therapy program thanks to the generosity and kindness of a tribe member. That has shifted my perspective on life 360 degrees. Depression didn’t win.
I’ve found my voice and confidence to speak up more often. I demonstrate self-love in hopes it inspires others to do the same. It’s a strange feeling to feel something instead of nothing. Happy instead of sad. Soft in the chaos. I spend less time isolating and more time participating. If everyone had access to something this incredible I think the world would be a kinder place. It’s all about community and love. I show up for myself and others because I’m inspired to live.”
- Quinn Burke
EmbodyGR is a priority to me. It’s blocked off in my week. Showing up every week is a “yes” to healing. A yes to breaking down walls of shame, self-doubt, pain, anger, and sadness. I got the opportunity to attend an extremely effective therapy program thanks to the generosity and kindness of a tribe member. That has shifted my perspective on life 360 degrees. Depression didn’t win.
I’ve found my voice and confidence to speak up more often. I demonstrate self-love in hopes it inspires others to do the same. It’s a strange feeling to feel something instead of nothing. Happy instead of sad. Soft in the chaos. I spend less time isolating and more time participating. If everyone had access to something this incredible I think the world would be a kinder place. It’s all about community and love. I show up for myself and others because I’m inspired to live.”
- Quinn Burke
