My Schizophrenia Journey

People often see my videos, my businesses, and my creativity. They see the camera, the edits, the brands, and the smile. But what many don't see is the battle I've fought behind the scenes.

In 2021, I was diagnosed with schizophrenia.

Hearing those words changed everything.

At first, I didn't know what to think. I had questions that no one seemed able to answer. I wondered what my future would look like. Would I ever be the same? Would people judge me? Would I still be able to chase my dreams?

The truth is, schizophrenia is something I never expected to face.

There were times when life felt overwhelming. I experienced fear, confusion, and uncertainty. Some days it felt like I was fighting a battle that no one else could see. As a Deaf person, those challenges sometimes felt even more isolating because mental health isn't always openly discussed in the Deaf community.

There were moments when I wanted to give up.

But deep inside, I knew that wasn't who I was.

I've always been someone who loves creating. Ever since I picked up a camera, I've believed in documenting life. Making videos became more than a hobby—it became therapy. Every vlog, every photo, every project gave me a reason to keep moving forward.

Creating gave me hope.

My family stood by me through difficult times. My doctors and mental health team helped me understand what I was experiencing. Medication became part of my recovery journey, and although it wasn't always easy, I learned that asking for help isn't weakness—it's strength.

Recovery didn't happen overnight.

There were good days and bad days. There were setbacks, disappointments, and moments when I questioned everything. But I kept taking one step at a time.

Slowly, I started rebuilding my life.

I returned to creating content.

I started dreaming again.

I focused on growing as a filmmaker, entrepreneur, photographer, and storyteller. Instead of letting schizophrenia define me, I decided to let my purpose define me.

Today, I continue building my brands because I believe stories can change lives. I want to show people that success isn't about having a perfect life. It's about continuing to move forward, even after life knocks you down.

Living with schizophrenia has taught me lessons I never expected to learn.

It taught me patience.

It taught me resilience.

It taught me gratitude.

It taught me to appreciate every small victory.

Most importantly, it taught me that every person has a story you can't see.

If you're reading this and you've been diagnosed with schizophrenia or another mental illness, I want you to know that you are not alone. Your diagnosis does not erase your value. It does not erase your dreams. It does not determine what you're capable of becoming.

There is hope.

There is healing.

There is life beyond the diagnosis.

My mission is bigger than building companies or growing on social media. I want to help break the stigma around mental health, especially within the Deaf community. If my story gives even one person hope, then sharing it is worth it.

I'm still building.

I'm still learning.

I'm still creating.

I'm still dreaming.

Every new day is another opportunity to write a better chapter than the one before.

This journey has shaped me, but it will never define me.

I am Dominic LuVisi.

I am Deaf.

I am a creator.

I am an entrepreneur.

I am a filmmaker.

I live with schizophrenia.

And I refuse to let it stop me from becoming the person I was created to be.

My story isn't over.

In many ways, it's just getting started.

Be Savage. Be Lit. Love Yourself.