many of us have become skilled in the art of hiding. we hide our struggles, hide our pain, hide our diagnoses. bosses, neighbors, friends, and family are often unaware of our internal conflicts.

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what many people don't know about mental health disorders is that those affected by them suffer from more than just their symptoms. we find ourselves ducking into restrooms to hide panic attacks, forcing a smile on our face when we are wrestling suicidal ideation, and cancelling plans with friends to avoid letting them see us at our lowest.

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we find ourselves hiding.

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we don't want others to know that we aren't "normal" or that sometimes simply functioning as a person is a monumental task. yet hiding only adds to our suffering.

while healing isn't linear, i have found great relief in being open and shameless about my journey. no one has to share the intimate details of their mental health with random strangers, but no one has to feel ashamed about going to their therapy appointment either.

cyno was born from that belief. taken from the word "cynosure," meaning "a thing that is the center of attention," this clothing line is about more than just providing something to wear — it's about taking the shame out of mental health disorders.

 

instead of putting a paperbag over your struggle, wear it on your sleeve.

to those in hiding,

bailee.