The present literary book of short stories that you are holding consists of 30 stories that have been written in the last two years. Their main theme revolves around issues related to mental illness (depression, schizophrenia) as well as addiction issues from alcoholism to drugs, while some others refer to contemporary and not only societal problems... The author, a deep connoisseur of these situations as he has been working in the field of mental health as a nursing professional for the past 15 years, could not remain just a passive observer. He has been influenced by various events and situations. Problems such as stigmatization, exclusion, and isolation of these individuals, but also the struggle that the individuals themselves and their families face daily, are some of the elements we encounter. However, alongside the prevailing emotions, there is also the description of the experiences by the protagonists themselves, which constitute the basic elements of each story. Through this book, one can perceive and understand the emotions and the struggle of these individuals, as well as the treatment they receive from individuals, groups, and society. The main message is the value and dignity of the individual's own life.