is an author and mental health advocate with a passion for helping millennials recognize the complexities of everyday life in the modern world.
He is passionate about erasing the stigma associated with mental illness, instead, promoting self-development through adversity. His mission is to make the uncomfortable conversation around mental health customary, hoping to help others achieve the fulfilling lives they dream of. Through his personal experiences and extensive research, he relates and clearly articulates why now more than ever, it is critical to understand how to take complete control of your life.
In addition to contributing to The Epoch Times, Akif is the Author of āTriumph: The Savvy You Need to Fulfill Your Life of Purpose.ā Akif graduated from Lehman College in Bronx, NY, and serves as a people leader and coach for Fortune 500 technology giant Verizon.