Donald Washburn had a chain noose around his neck. He was moments away from ending his life—numb, hopeless, and certain no one would ever come for him.

But then… a knock at the door.

What happened next saved his life.

In this raw, emotional, and unforgettable story, Donald opens up about the darkest moment of his life—and how one unexpected interruption gave him a second chance.

Now, he’s not just alive—he’s BFKNBOLD. And he’s speaking up to let others know:
You are not alone. Your story isn’t over.

🖤 If you’re struggling, this is your sign to stay.

👇 Drop a comment if this moved you, and share it with someone who needs hope today.
#BFKNBOLD #YouAreNotAlone #DonaldWashburn #MentalHealthMatters #SurvivorStory@BFKNBOLD

*DISCLAIMER:

The information on this website is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. The author of this content is not a doctor and does not hold themselves out to be a medical professional, the content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

Dara MacKay was living in survival mode—battling the invisible wounds of Complex PTSD after years of trauma and pain.

But instead of letting her past define her, Dara made a decision:
To rise. To heal. To speak.

Today, she’s not just surviving—she’s a TEDx speaker, a mental health warrior, and a voice for the voiceless.

In this deeply inspiring story, Dara opens up about what it really takes to overcome CPTSD, reclaim your identity, and find purpose in the pain.

She is living proof that trauma doesn’t get the last word—you do.

💥 Her message?
Your scars are not your shame. They’re your superpower.

👇 If Dara’s story moves you, drop a comment and share this with someone who needs to know healing is possible.
#BFKNBOLD #DaraMacKay #CPTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #TEDxSpeaker #TraumaToTriumph@BFKNBOLD

*DISCLAIMER:

The information on this website is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. The author of this content is not a doctor and does not hold themselves out to be a medical professional, the content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.@BFKNBOLD

Nicole Johnston is a Canadian Indigenous Artist who was born in Kamloops, BC and currently resides in Stony Plain, AB. She has been creatively inclined most of her life and has been painting consistently for the past 15 years. She is mostly self taught and pulls inspiration from nature and her spirituality.
@BFKNBOLD

*DISCLAIMER:
The information on this website is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. The author of this content is not a doctor and does not hold themselves out to be a medical professional, the content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.