In a society where psychosis is often shrouded in fear and misunderstanding, author Becky Parry is challenging conventional narratives with her new book, Healing from Psychosis: We Are Living in a Simulation. Released this month, the book is a diary-form account of Parry's emotional and spiritual journey through severe trauma, chronic illness, isolation, and what medical professionals diagnosed as psychosis. But far from a traditional mental health memoir, it questions long-held assumptions about consciousness, reality, and human perception.
Parry, who suffers from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.) and chronic fatigue, began writing during one of the darkest periods of her life. Isolated from much of the outside world, she experienced hearing voices, spiritual visions, and altered states of awareness. Rather than viewing these solely through a psychiatric lens, she explores the possibility that what society labels "psychosis" may sometimes overlap with spiritual awakening, expanded perception, and deep psychological transformation. The book openly discusses simulation theory, consciousness, spirituality, trauma, fear, and healing.
"My goal was never to shock people," Parry says. "It was to tell the truth about what I experienced and to create a space where difficult conversations around psychosis and mental health can happen without shame." Her writing is intentionally unfiltered and intimate, inviting readers directly into her emotional world through diary entries that document fear, loneliness, despair, confusion, hope, and ultimately strength. This raw approach allows readers to witness her transformation in real time.
A major focus of the book is the stigma often attached to schizophrenia and psychosis diagnoses. Parry hopes her story encourages greater compassion toward individuals living with severe mental health challenges. "There is still so much fear and misunderstanding surrounding psychosis," she explains. "People often judge experiences they do not understand. I wanted this book to humanize those experiences and show the emotional reality behind the labels."
In addition to her mental health journey, Parry explores her long-standing interest in spirituality, metaphysics, and alternative healing practices. A qualified Coach, Mentor, and Alternative Therapist, she holds certifications in NLP, EFT, Hypnosis, Past Life Regression, and Matrix Reimprinting. Across the book, she reflects on how writing became an essential part of her healing process, giving her a sense of purpose during overwhelming emotional pain and helping her slowly reconnect with hope.
The book also highlights the importance of companionship and emotional support during recovery. Parry speaks openly about the role her family and beloved dog Yoyo played in helping her survive some of her darkest moments. This emphasis on human connection and the healing power of writing adds a universal dimension to her story.
As the ideas explored in the book may challenge conventional perspectives, the emotional core remains universal: the desire to be understood, the search for meaning after suffering, and the hope of rebuilding life after profound personal collapse. Healing from Psychosis: We Are Living in a Simulation is now available via major online book retailers.
