The Importance of Mental Health in My Influencer Journey

Achsah in her home setting looking into a framed artwork.

Mental health is the most important thing in my life. It’s something I prioritize above everything else even fun or social activities. Because for me, if my mind is not at peace, nothing else feels right. I never want stress, challenges, or negativity to take away my inner calm.

Of course, life doesn’t always go the way we expect. When challenges come, I don’t avoid them I try to solve them. I can’t sleep unless I know I’m doing something to bring myself back to peace. That’s how much I value my mental well-being.

Moving to Canada to build my future was a huge dream, but it also brought some of the hardest experiences of my life. Living alone, managing studies, work, responsibilities, and the pressure to succeed. There were days that truly tested my mental strength. There were moments when my mind felt heavy, when I overthought everything, and when I doubted myself.

Starting my journey as an influencer added another layer to this. People often see the smiles, the posts, the creativity — but rarely the silent battles, the fears, and the moments of exhaustion behind the scenes. Sometimes I wondered if I was confident enough to begin. Sometimes I felt overwhelmed by expectations and uncertainty.

But through all of this, one thing remained constant:

My commitment to protecting my mental health.

I remind myself that struggles don’t define me they shape me. Every challenge taught me something, made me stronger, and brought me closer to understanding myself. And just like I take care of my dreams, I take care of my mind.

There are many people who silently suffer from depression, financial stress, loneliness, overthinking, or pressure. Many lose sleep and peace because life feels heavy. I’ve felt some of those feelings too. And that’s why I want to talk about this openly.

As I grow on this influencer journey, I want to inspire others to take care of their mental health just as much as their goals. I want to share not only my achievements, but also my struggles, lows, and learning moments honestly and fearlessly.

This space is not just about success; it’s about being real.

Day by day, I hope I can support someone who needs strength, maybe guide someone who feels lost, and remind you that protecting your peace is not selfish it is necessary.

Thank you for being part of my journey.

And in my upcoming blogs and vlogs, I’ll continue sharing my story not just what I achieve, but also what I overcome.

Thank you all,

Achsah Baby