Throughout my life I have faced many obstacles. My parents divorced and we moved many places. I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was a little kid. The largest obstacle in my life is my mental illness. Since being diagnosed with anxiety and Bipolar disorder I have struggled with symptoms and maintaining independence. I have been working on recovery by taking my medications and attending day treatment. 
When I was a kid, I liked to sit and watch my dad draw ninja turtles and superheroes, and he taught me how to draw them. I like art because it is a way for me to express myself. I also like to draw when I am bored. Although I am not the best artist, it is a way for me to cope with stress and the symptoms of my illness. It also gets me away from all the bad things that are going on in the world. It makes me feel good about myself.