Leanne Toshiko Simpson is a psych ward survivor who turned her experience into a refreshingly honest romcom novel about people with mental illness who are happy. In this episode, Leanne shares her journey with bipolar disorder, the dynamics of her multigenerational Japanese Canadian family and her work as a writer and mental health advocate. Leanne delves into the challenges of communicating mental health issues across generations, the inspiration behind her book Never Been Better and the therapeutic power of storytelling. Tune in for an honest conversation about resilience, love, and finding light in the darkest of times.

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