Have you battled mental illness? Have you felt alone? "The Dealt Hand: The Story of My Battle with Mental Illness gives an account of the episodes I endured while trying to earn a college education. I illustrate the struggle of pursuing my dreams while trying to manage my mental health challenges. I used to think I was alone many years ago. You are not alone. Many people are battling mental illness with you every day. I wrote the "The Dealt Hand to inspire others to never give up" Battling mental health issues is hard but you can overcome.