Apryl Pooley shares her story through mental illness and how she rediscovered her passion for learning, teaching, and sharing. Apryl Pooley is a PhD candidate in Michigan State University's Dept. of Neuroscience, as well as a novelist, artist, and impassioned activist. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx