Hey! I am Ky. If we are being completely formal for a second: my full name is Kyrus Keenan Westcott. I am a mental health advocate, digital marketing expert, and social media content creator with close to 3 million followers across my platforms. I was also incredibly honored to be selected as one of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans by JCI USA in 2023.
But around here, you can just call me Ky.
My core mission is simple. I want to add a sense of levity to mental health content as a way to make these incredibly heavy topics a little easier to talk about. I currently live in the Greater Philadelphia Area with my two cats, and I spend my days trying to navigate adulthood without losing my mind, my wallet, or my patience.
My Mental Health Journey
At 34 years old, I was officially diagnosed with ADHD (Inattentive Type). That late diagnosis was an emotional rollercoaster. It brought a massive wave of relief, a fair amount of grief for the years I spent struggling in silence, and eventually, a profound sense of acceptance. I also openly navigate Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Existential OCD.
If you are looking for toxic positivity, you will not find it here. We do not pretend everything is perfectly fine when it is actually a disaster. When you are exhausted or struggling to start a basic household chore, we recognize that as biology, brain chemistry, and executive dysfunction. We never frame it as personal laziness.
However, we also believe heavily in taking ownership. We do not use our neurodivergence as an excuse to avoid accountability for our actions. We own our mistakes, we apologize when necessary, and we actively work to do better. Therapy, medication, and routines are simply tools we use to help our neurodivergent brains function in a neurotypical world. Whether you are a busy parent juggling kids or a professional trying to avoid corporate burnout, I am here to remind you to give yourself some grace.
The Professional Side
I know exactly what it is like to balance a demanding career with a brain that wants to focus on literally anything else. When I am not creating videos or recording the podcast, I work as a Senior Paid Media Strategist at TransPerfect Digital. I have spent over 20 years in paid media, digital strategy, and content creation, so I deeply understand the realities of corporate expectations and tight deadlines.
The Lore (Just for Fun)
What else should you know about me?
- I run entirely on coffee and tea.
- I strongly dislike overly sweet things, and I have a passionate, lifelong hatred for peanut butter. (Shredded cheese, however, is a top-tier snack).
- I am a massive fan of theme parks, riding rollercoasters, professional wrestling (WWE and AEW), and musical theater.
- I am always ready to talk about Marvel, Star Wars, or Harry Potter.
- I have over 12 tattoos, many of which carry deep, personal meanings related to my mental health journey.
Healing is not linear, and nobody actually has adulthood completely figured out. Let’s figure it out together.
Grab a coffee, listen to the podcast, and remember to give yourself a little grace today.
Don’t Vibe Alone
This journey is better with friends. If you want to go deeper than a 60-second video, here is how we can connect:
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