Markku's Story

Markku Kostamo, Sanctuary's Director of Development, shares his story of living with bipolar disorder. He shares about his diagnosis and hospitalization, as well as his recovery journey, which includes various forms of self-care, reliance on community, prescriptions advised by his medical doctor, counselling and spiritual direction, and being active. He also shares his hope for those living with bipolar disorder and others living with different mental health challenges.

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Learn more about Sanctuary and our resources on mental health and faith: sanctuarymentalhealth.org