Chryssie Whitehead's 'In My Own Little Corner' powerfully explores her personal journey with mental health, particularly her experiences with bipolar II disorder. By stepping forward with vulnerability, she aims to destigmatize discussions around mental health. The play addresses intergenerational trauma and hidden family secrets, demonstrating how these issues have shaped her life. By truthfully portraying both herself and her mother, she emphasizes the importance of honesty. Through her storytelling, Whitehead hopes to encourage open conversations about mental health struggles, asserting that there is freedom and strength in sharing one’s truth.”,
Throughout my career as a performer, my goal was always to be honest. To step into someone else's shoes and, even though the circumstances were imaginary, be as truthful and convincing as I could be.
Everyone was hiding something, and I grew up oblivious to what they were hiding.
I'm not holding anything back. I'm not sugarcoating anything. And that is extremely freeing.
That felt very honest, very raw, and very truthful to me.
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