The work Cecilia is doing with Students with Psychosis is groundbreaking and lifesaving. Anybody who would like to support this organization can contribute at bit.ly/StudentsWithPsychosis . Every donation will go directly to Students with Psychosis to widen their reach and allow them to continue to provide this pivotal resource to so many. I was blown away by witnessing their work first-hand and am so proud to call Cecilia a friend.

She looks 10 years younger. So much more refreshed and happier. You can see she’s so much more herself. So happy to see this update!

So happy to see how far Cecilia has come since the first video with her.

As someone with schizoaffective disorder, this has been the first thing to truly give me hope in 6 years. Thank you. So much. I truly hope everyone is doing well ❤️

This is so crazy! I would’ve never recognized her if you didn’t playback that video from a few years ago. It’s so wonderful to see her in such a positive state!

This made me cry. My husband, a veteran, victim of abuse, struggled with psychosis. He was so paranoid he'd never get help. He'd never open up to anyone, and even didn't share everything with me. The song the guy sang had me in tears. I know my kids dad struggled in sleep and in life. I tried to comfort him and give him all of my love, but he couldn't stay away from the liquor which helped him escape. He died with no help in 2020. They often go undiagnosed with no one they can open up to, feeling alone. Dying alone. Cecilia, you love are sent straight from heaven. God's angel down here on mission. You are so intelligent and self aware. I send you my light as you keep shining yours. Thank you for not giving up on yourself. It warms me to see the community you guys have built ♡

It disturbs me that her mental health team tried to make out her wanting to follow her dreams was part of a delusion. I think there is an assumption by the medical community that because people with psychosis have altered perception in one area of their thoughts they lack capacity for rational decision in other areas of their lives. So I'm glad to hear both Cecilia and Students with Psychosis are both flourishing, they both very much deserve to.

I have Schizaffective Disorder. Both Cecilia and SBSK have been instrumental in me seeking help and recognising that I’m no less human and no less valid a member of society than anyone around me. I can not thank you all enough. I love you for everything you do, not just for me but for the countless millions out there that see your videos 💙

She is so kind and gentle. She is perfect to get this message out and normalize this.

Wow - I almost didn't recognize Cecilia! This is very very encouraging to people with mental health challenges - Cecilia's condition is serious and chronic, but if she can have such dramatic improvement through seeking treatment and maintenance that truly works for her, perhaps others can hope their quality of life can also improve.

She's doing so well. I didn't realise this was the same woman at first.

Wow she looks totally different. She’s a beauty ❤it made me emotional to see her comfortable with finally providing eye contact. We deserve to see those beautiful eyes and stunning face❤

"...if people don't accept me for having schizophrenia or being autistic, it's their problem." What an amazing perspective! I loved watching this follow-up.

I can't believe she said she's uncomfortable with her looks. Her eyes are gorgeous and she has dark hair to compliment it. It's such a rare and amazing look. A natural beauty. Like the actress that plays Jess in New Girl. I'd pay good money to have contacts that make my eyes look that pretty

as some who has schizophrenia and autism this is overwhelming inspiring especially sense i’m going to major in physics it’s just a little nudge like hey you can do it so thank you

This is an example of the power of the human spirit. No matter what you are dealing with, you can always do something to make the World a better place. Please don’t give up, I believe in you ❤

As someone who works in the mental health field, I can concur that there is still a LOT of stigma around schizophrenia. I’ve worked with clients who have hid their symptoms from me for years, which I both understood while making me extremely sad for them. From what I’ve learned, people can become incredibly lonely with that disorder. We need to make space for everyone in society who wants to be part of it.

Holy crap.. When they were talking about her having been previously interviewed for the channel before, i WOULD NOT of guessed which one it was.. She both looks and comes across entirely differently! Amazing what a difference the right treatment regime and lifestyle habits can make.. I work in mental health and i see people who've either given up on life entirely, or just can't see how something as simple as changing our lifestyle habits could be so effective in enabling us to lead the lives we want to lead. Cecilia, you're an inspiration! I really hope you can help others struggling with Scitzophrenia see that they don't just have to resign themselves to a disability check and hiding themselves away from the rest of society. We all have something we can contribute, no matter what stuggles we face; and it seems Cecilia is living proof of that!

I'm so moved and excited that people living with psychosis/schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder are starting to "come out" and claim their space in society. Thank you for helping destigmatize those conditions. Everyone deserves a chance to be who they are and pursue a fulfilling, happy life. My father had schizoaffective disorder and I so fervently wish he'd lived in a different time and place. It might have spared him and our entire family so much pain and anguish. It's hard not to dwell on that, but seeing a video like this fills me with hope and helps me let go of regret and sadness. Thank you so very much.

Wow shes making eye contact and looks much happier and comfortable.

I thought her voice sounded familiar..... turns out I've watched a tedtalk she gave, many times. So incredible to hear more of her struggle, I'm so happy she has a better support system and has embraced more of herself. Wishing her peace and joy in her life

I cannot believe cecilia is the same cecilia we met years ago. She looks so confident, beautiful, and happy. I really hope her journey continues in the same direction. Improperly managed mental health diagnoses are so debilitating to the sufferer. I feel for cecilia.

She looks like shes glowing and thriving and it brings tears to my eyes every time 😭 so happy and proud of her

Cecilia is just so beautiful and I don't mean just a physical beauty, which she obviously is - but she radiates something way more vibrant and gorgeous, on the inside. I hope she lives her life happily and peacefully like she truly deserves.

In the first video she looked like she jaunted straight from 1987 and was awake for thousands of years during the jaunt.. the difference in this video is astounding. What a lovely soul. I hope that she continues to feel better and has fewer hallucinations

Jesus Christ, she's an entirely different person, I wouldn't have guessed who she was if you didn't mention it. Wow, I have no words for this, no words to describe the admiration I have for her, for fighting so fiercely and coming this far. She's a warrior and here's hoping she conquers every battle from here on out!

I have been struggling with bipolar disorder since I was 5, and I would like to say that this video made me cry. I didn't cried because of the sadness, but instead, I cried from happiness and hope. Thank you, SBSK! You helped me to truly accept who I am! ❤️

It just makes me sooo happy to see Cecilia. My father had schizophrenia and we’ve struggled a lot, because there was no tolerable treatment for him. I have PTSD from it. I’m so glad that people with schizophrenia can feel good and hopeful. Cecilia is special, smart and beautiful. It warms my heart.

The fact the 1 man wasn’t diagnosed till he was 35 breaks my heart and his homelessness. People deserve love and understanding and I feel a lot of people with this illness don’t get that and it’s so wrong. I’m so happy these people have found each other to lean on one another. You are doing amazing things

I cannot think of doing anything more noble than what she's doing now. I remember the first interview, the fear in her eyes, and I will remember this video too and the hope in her eyes. What a journey...

Im a mental health worker from England 🇬🇧, ive got to say in a world that seems to be so hurtful and hateful sometimes, this channel is amazing and what social media should be about , what an amazing experience it is to watch these videos, much much love from across the pond !

Many thanks. Schizoaffective disorder here. Absolutely mind blowing to come across content like this. I wasn't open about me and my mental problems until a few years ago and honestly that was a great relief and burden lifted. It's not easy, not everyone likes it, I've been told to not tell people because they won't like it or me. Anyway, awesome people in your vids, including you and those unseen. Thank you so much for what you do and who you are.

Hello dearest Cecilia. I am so happy to see you kicking so much butt and it was an absolute joy to see you in Austin in person. I enjoy our phone calls so much and I'm so proud of you for doing this amazing video. And to you Mr Chris, please continue doing the Fantastic work that you do because you are changing lives good sir. I love you both and hope y'all are well. 💖👍💚

I remember watching Cecilia's interview in 2017 and thinking how beautiful her soul was and how strong she was 💜. Its so lovely to see her again and see how much of a breakthrough she's had. If you see this, Cecilia, just know that I'm cheering you on, and so many people think you're wonderful ♥️♥️

Omg the way he he sang and played that guitar was absolutely what I needed to hear to get out of bed and push through my day. Thank you sir

16:27 "scattered thoughts" 22:12 "Good morning, psychosis" 25:00 "delusions of grandeur" 29:13 "like minds" (tysm Cecilia, SWP and Special Books for creating this video)

I remember Cecilia’s TED talk and how it really opened my eyes about the impact of schizophrenia on a young woman not at all unlike myself. I’m so proud of the huge steps she’s made in her life!!

That song.. instant tears. He’s phenomenally talented. And Cecelia’s growth is amazing to see, from a haunted young person to someone so much more engaged and present. This whole video just filled me with contentment. I have experienced psychotic features with my depression and no one really understands. They see me as “too smart and put together” to experience extreme mental illness.

I LOVE watching her refreshed and happy

What a lovely, intelligent, beautiful woman. I have to say, just seeing Cecilia in this video, I have a much more positive understanding of schizophrenia. She knows what is happening when she is having hallucinations, and that is a huge part of her success. I have had anxiety attacks my whole life. But just understanding what was happening and now knowing what it is, and when it is happening, has practically "solved" the problem.

She looks so good! Not just physically but emotionally. I'm so happy for her 💖🌻

We definitely need more leaders like Cecilia in this world. Imagine what it would be like to have people in these positions who are kind and understanding.

Cecilia has come SUCH a far way and looks so so much different... Hard to believe it's the same person tbh. She's doing amazing work

I have schizoaffective disorder depressive type.. I've had it for 35 years. I am 50 years old. I don't know anybody like me. It's nice that Cecilia found friends she can relate to and vice versa.

she’s come such a long way!! what an incredible person❤️❤️

"Be patient with yourself and don't give up on yourself". Such powerful words.

Cecilia seems like she’s doing so well. I am so happy for her.

"people care about you", one can imagine hearing this sentiment from someone with schizophrenic features when experiencing paranoia can be powerful. Awesome!

Firstly, NOW FREAKIN WAY that is Cecilia. Now way at all. She is a different person. Much happier, full of life, voice tone... A non-impromptu interview helps a lot. I can’t believe it. I am so, so happy for your Cecelia

She is so beautiful and composed. I'm glad she has gotten help and is now helping others.

I don't know if Cecilia will ever watch this or read these comments, but she is such an inspiration and such a kind soul. I'm glad we got the chance to listen to her and see her progress. We are all so glad you're here, Cecilia!

Ive been watching SBSK for years and I vividly remember Cecilias interview.. I went off to college in 2018 and had trouble sleeping. I went to a doctor about it and got prescribed insomnia meds to help with sleep. A side effect that I ended up suffering from was auditory hallucinations. I didnt even know. In my apartment I was constantly hearing birds or bird noises and I thought nothing of it. I genuinely thought i was hearing birds at all hours of the day, and never considered my meds were doing something. I would lay in bed and hear birds all night, which kept me awake, and I was miserable. I thought about killing myself several times because my meds were making me tired but I couldnt fall asleep because I was being disturbed by bird noises and it felt never ending. It wasnt until I had a friend over and mentioned the birds and they told me they didnt hear it that I reached out for help. Ultimately I just stopped taking my insomnia meds and stopped hearing things, but now 4 years later I still have an awful time going to sleep. But it makes me happy to hear other peoples stories because it lets me know that Im not alone. I was on sleep meds for 2 years and suffered the entire time. Thank you Cecilia for telling your story and helping others and thank you Chris continually restoring my faith in humanity ❤

she is glowing! i’m so happy she is healthier!!

I can’t express how proud I am of her. She’s glowing, she seems more comfortable in the world. I’m so, so proud. You can truly see how much she’s grown 💖💖💖

she looks healthy and happy.

Wow, no reconocí a Cecilia, se ve increíble, me alegra mucho que ya esté mejor y lo que está haciendo por los demás es muy bello.

It’s absolutely inspiring to see how far she’s come and the change she’s made, not just in her life, but in many others. I’m not crying, you’re crying!

I just wanted to thank you - both Cecilia and also SBSK - for making this video and really working to take down barriers and disrupt very detrimental attitudes and beliefs around psychosis and specifically schizophrenia (which has quite the reputation). This was really an eye opener for me, and I can see beliefs of my own that were detrimental and incorrect. I also realized that if I myself had schizophrenia, I, too, would be looking for this exact type of hope, validation, and inclusion. I'm so glad that this group exists in the world. ;)

Не представляю, насколько тяжелым был пройденный путь. Она такая молодец, что справилась ❤

Omigosh I absolutely adore Celilia - I don't think I've ever clicked an SBSK video so fast!! She's such an awesome human being - so honest and forthcoming. I will always root for her happiness and overall well being! Thanks again for all that you do on this channel. It's so very very important.

She looks so lively here! I'm proud of the journey she went through, and am glad she's doing well and paving the way for other people with schizophrenia and other schizo-affective disorders. Each individual has the power to change their lives and others', despite whatever mental health struggles they're facing, and Cecilia is living proof of that!

The video with Cecilia from 2017 was the first SBSK video I watched about three years ago. It's what got me into this channel and it feels so good coming back here and seeing her turn her life around. It's such an amazing thing she's doing, it's so important that people struggling with issues like that never feel alone and excluded. God bless!

I saw her first video shortly after it aired and felt so bad for her, she seemed so sweet and like she was really struggling. It’s so good to see how much more present she is. I’m glad she’s found the proper help and is on a better path. Good for helping herself so she could help others💜

It’s absolutely lovely to see how well she is currently. Very proud of you, Cecilia!

Seeing Cecilia’s growth is stunning! I am so inspired by her journey & her passion to build a community to help others.

It made me so happy hearing this update from Cecilia! I remember her from her TED talk as well as her first interview on this channel, and I was just as in awe of her then as I am now. Studying astrophysics, living with schizophrenia and autism in a neurotypical world, advocating for others and yourself in the face of stigma and misunderstanding - all of these are hard enough on their own, and she is out here doing all three. I'm so glad to see it.

Wow! What an incredible transformation! This just shows the power of medication. This shows the years that she worked and clawed her way up to a decent mental state. I'm so Happy to see her like this

What a remarkable change for the best, I am so happy for her. I saw she gave TED talks, her journey is so inspiring. She is a very strong, resilient, kind individual 🙌🏻✨❤️

I’ve always loved Cecilia, she has been such a huge inspiration for me while I recovered from my own psychosis. I owe so much so her bravery and honesty in sharing her story.

A lot of great music comes from people with mental health struggles. I’ve been in and out of mental health programs in my life (my last being the OCD residential treatment center at McLean hospital). There was so many good guitar players there. Music and the arts can be so helpful in healing.

Amazing to see the work Cecilia and her group members do as well as this channel. Bravo to Kev and his ability to translate his thoughts and feelings in dealing with psychosis into song. Quite the lyricist! They are all so inspirational! ❤

What an important and empowering interview. So happy for Cecilia and their accomplishments these past few years, and hearing others’ stories as well!

I cannot get over her transformation. Cecelia seems so grounded and embodied, and so much more self assured. I’m blown away.

She is so encouraging for us people who struggle with mental health issues. She truly gives me hope

Wow! What a powerful song he sang! I could feel so much of him coming through. 😭 I'm so proud of Cecilia!!!! She's amazing! They all are! Living with these symptoms all day, everyday, for some and functioning and thriving! Brings hope to even those of us who may deal with depression, anxiety or other issues, that you CAN excel!

I don't have schizophrenia but being someone with my own mental illnesses and struggles, this video really helped me feel accepted and that it's okay to be who I am. Anyone that doesn't accept me for me along with my struggles and flaws, that's their problem. Thank you Cecilia for opening up once again and I'm so proud of how far you've came. Thank you Chris for letting people share their stories about so many different struggles and disabilities and bringing light to all of the different things that make someone, them.

I care so deeply for this woman. Seeing her story through the years is lifechanging ❤️

Thank you so much for following up with Cecelia!! What a beautiful hopeful message, so empowering. I have learned sooooo much. Blessings and success to you all.🙏🙏🥰

Oh man, I love Cecilia so much. What an incredible woman she continues to be. ❤️

She is an inspiration. Her passion and advocacy for mental health is beautiful. She has came so far. I've experienced psychosis and I hid it for awhile but hearing your journey and others I'm more open about it to help others come out as well. Finding a good treatment plan and support system helps. So proud of you.

She gives me so much hope. It's awesome to see her have progressed and grown since the last interview. Cecilia you rock!

This made my day. I was so surprised to find out that this was the same Cecilia we saw in 2017. You can really see how much she was struggling then when you contrast how she is now. The programs that she's running are SO vital. Creating a space for people with schizophrenia to come together, feel open and feel unashamed is so beautiful to see!

I remember watching Cecilla's first video and felt bad for her, then I watched her second video and was very surprised at the progress of her recovery but this is off the scale. Well done Cecilia and keep it up, it just goes to show with a proper plan you can improve your life in many ways.

I 👏🏻 AM 👏🏻 SO 👏🏻 PROUD 👏🏻 OF 👏🏻 HER!!!! Cecelia, you have come SO far! Congratulations for all of the growth that you’ve done and for proving those doctors wrong. SWP is a beautiful thing and I hope you’re very proud of it and yourself.

Watching this brought tears to my eyes. It is beautiful and I am just repeating "wow" after "wow" as the video goes on because it shows the resiliency and absolute power a human being has in changing the world. Cecilia, I hope you know you are beyond extraordinary and I am blown away by the many lives you have positively impacted and will continue to impact. Not only did you fight for yourself, but you saw that something in this world had to change and you did it. YOU DID IT! Congratulations on everything you have accomplished and I thank God for people like you who never give up!! God bless.

This is so great to see how much better she is doing. I just watched the first interview, she has come so far.

Cecilia really helped me when I was first experiencing psychosis. I was also a student. Thank you, Cecilia!

This is SO BEAUTIFUL to witness. I am feeling incredibly inspired to find the ways toward accepting things about myself, my life and my health, that are really hard to cope with. So great to see Cecelia again. Big love from just north of Boston!!!

I appreciate this update so much. Thank you Chris and thank you Cecilia for all the hard work you do.

The minute I saw the title of this video, I knew it was about THAT girl! She's come so far, she's doing a wonderful work helping people and educating as well about mental illness! I'm so very happy witnessing this! Thank you, beautiful Cecilia!!!

Having support can be the difference between night and, day with mental health issues. So wonderful to see Cecilia so happy and, speaking out! Wishing all of them a lifetime of happiness and, joy!🥰

i remember watching their ted talk, then her interview with you, and now here they are! so proud of cecilia!

Thank you all so much for making this video. I have struggled with mental illness for many years and you have lifted my spirits and given me hope for the future. Greetings from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

WOW!! She has made leaps and bounds of progress! I remember watching the first video with her when it came out and to see how far she has come is just so beautiful. If these videos don't show you that there is still love in the world and that there is hope, I don't know what will.

That guy's song was amazing! I'd love to see a video about him and his creations. 10/10 and I love this whole video so much! Cecilia is a constant source of reassurance for me and the issues I struggle with personally. This is a beacon of hope

i’m autistic and your videos are so inspiring to me. keep going

Seeing Cecilia after many years so much happier made my heart melt.❤

i really was touch by the first interview in 2017. and it is so good to see Cecillia again and see that you are doing well!

So happy to see Cecilia back on the channel!! Sending all my love to her.

It's so heartwarming to see how different things are for Cecilia 5 years later. I always resonated with her despite me not having schizophrenia, I just relate to the way she spoke about and dealt with it. I want the best for her and I'm just glad SBSK are giving us the chance to check in on her. 💖