Faryn B.

UVic Student Mental Health Guest Blogger

Hello Beauties! My name is Faryn and I am a 5th year student majoring in Sociology. At the beginning of my university career, I was more interested in business, but my fascination with mental health, sexuality/gender, our socially constructed society and feminism led me to follow my passion into Sociology. I am a member of the UVSS Peer Support Centre and am passionate about reducing the stigma and creating a community where we can reach out and get the support that is needed. I am a prairie girl and moving out to the west coast, as amazing as it has been, led me to face my own mental health, but also pushed me to understand myself, my struggles and my support system even more.

As this is my last year, I will soon be moving back to the prairies, working in a male dominated industry, where I will attempt to kick ass and educate those around me on the important topics I have tackled in Sociology, including mental health. I try to create a positive environment, and lead a positive life, sharing my story and opening up to you all will hopefully allow others to feel comfortable as well.  If anything, I have found that my twenties have shaped me like no other, but here’s to making the best of them.