YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS Aside from traveling the world, Jessica has faced her toughest life challenge: depression. She mentioned in her interview with Strut in Her Shoes that she felt she didn’t fit in, yet she resolved that being herself and doing what she loved was the key to happiness. In addition to honoring her truth, Jessica took action to maintain her mental health, such as seeing a therapist. “That’s incredibly helpful, [and] honestly, it’s about the energy you allow into your life.” Inspired by Marie Kondo, Jessica also makes sure everything in her life brings joy. “My space is always bright because that makes me feel alive. I wear bright colors, drink a lot of water, and try to eat healthy. Everything you’re allowing into your life is going to contribute to your mental health.” Perspective is a way of seeing. Your way of seeing doesn't change the world, but it shapes your approach to the world in how you want to take action. To sum it up, how you see yourself is how you see the world. See yourself as someone that can shine a light on the world in your Nabongo’s travels in more detail, you can purchase her book The Catch Me If You Can: One Woman's Journey to Every Country in the World, available in Book Shop, Barnes & Noble, Target, and UK Amazon. The audiobook can be found on Audible. own meaningful way. To read about Jessica
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