Mended Hearts Open Forum

Hi, everyone!

I live with cardiovascular disease, and it's something that has touched nearly every part of my life – not only through my own diagnosis, but because most of my family members also live with serious heart conditions. Growing up and navigating adulthood surrounded by heart disease has given me a deep understanding of the physical challenges, emotional ups and downs, and the constant effort it takes to manage our health while still living a full life.

These personal experiences inspired me to dedicate my doctoral research in clinical psychology to studying the emotional side of living with heart disease. My research focuses on how people think and feel about their diagnosis, how those beliefs affect their engagement in health behaviors, and how self-compassion may help support disease self-management. 

If you're 18 years or older, living in the U.S., and have any form of cardiovascular disease, I'd be extremely grateful if you took part in short, anonymous 10-minute survey. You can either scan the QR code on the recruitment form attached to this post or click this direct link to the online survey:

https://fit.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZU6N1JvhZtd9bM  

This study is deeply personal to me – it's driven by my own journey with heart disease and my desire to help others walking a similar path. Thank you for considering participating and for being part of a community that continues to inspire hope, strength, and healing.

With gratitude,

Hayden

Original Message:
Sent: 9/28/2025 8:26:00 PM
From: Hayden Garrett
Subject: My Heart Journey - And an Invitation to Share Yours

Hi, everyone!

I live with cardiovascular disease, and it's something that has touched nearly every part of my life – not only through my own diagnosis, but because most of my family members also live with serious heart conditions. Growing up and navigating adulthood surrounded by heart disease has given me a deep understanding of the physical challenges, emotional ups and downs, and the constant effort it takes to manage our health while still living a full life.

These personal experiences inspired me to dedicate my doctoral research in clinical psychology to studying the emotional side of living with heart disease. My research focuses on how people think and feel about their diagnosis, how those beliefs affect their engagement in health behaviors, and how self-compassion may help support disease self-management. 

If you're 18 years or older, living in the U.S., and have any form of cardiovascular disease, I'd be extremely grateful if you took part in short, anonymous 10-minute survey. You can either scan the QR code on the recruitment form attached to this post or click this direct link to the online survey:

https://fit.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZU6N1JvhZtd9bM  

This study is deeply personal to me – it's driven by my own journey with heart disease and my desire to help others walking a similar path. Thank you for considering participating and for being part of a community that continues to inspire hope, strength, and healing.

With gratitude,

Hayden

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Hayden Garrett, M.S.
Doctoral Candidate, Clinical Psychology
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Hi, everyone!

I live with cardiovascular disease, and it's something that has touched nearly every part of my life – not only through my own diagnosis, but because most of my family members also live with serious heart conditions. Growing up and navigating adulthood surrounded by heart disease has given me a deep understanding of the physical challenges, emotional ups and downs, and the constant effort it takes to manage our health while still living a full life.

These personal experiences inspired me to dedicate my doctoral research in clinical psychology to studying the emotional side of living with heart disease. My research focuses on how people think and feel about their diagnosis, how those beliefs affect their engagement in health behaviors, and how self-compassion may help support disease self-management. 

If you're 18 years or older, living in the U.S., and have any form of cardiovascular disease, I'd be extremely grateful if you took part in short, anonymous 10-minute survey. You can either scan the QR code on the recruitment form attached to this post or click this direct link to the online survey:

https://fit.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZU6N1JvhZtd9bM  

This study is deeply personal to me – it's driven by my own journey with heart disease and my desire to help others walking a similar path. Thank you for considering participating and for being part of a community that continues to inspire hope, strength, and healing.

With gratitude,

Hayden

Hi, everyone!

I live with cardiovascular disease, and it's something that has touched nearly every part of my life – not only through my own diagnosis, but because most of my family members also live with serious heart conditions. Growing up and navigating adulthood surrounded by heart disease has given me a deep understanding of the physical challenges, emotional ups and downs, and the constant effort it takes to manage our health while still living a full life.

These personal experiences inspired me to dedicate my doctoral research in clinical psychology to studying the emotional side of living with heart disease. My research focuses on how people think and feel about their diagnosis, how those beliefs affect their engagement in health behaviors, and how self-compassion may help support disease self-management. 

If you're 18 years or older, living in the U.S., and have any form of cardiovascular disease, I'd be extremely grateful if you took part in short, anonymous 10-minute survey. You can either scan the QR code on the recruitment form attached to this post or click this direct link to the online survey:

https://fit.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZU6N1JvhZtd9bM  

This study is deeply personal to me – it's driven by my own journey with heart disease and my desire to help others walking a similar path. Thank you for considering participating and for being part of a community that continues to inspire hope, strength, and healing.

With gratitude,

Hayden

Hi, everyone!

I live with cardiovascular disease, and it's something that has touched nearly every part of my life – not only through my own diagnosis, but because most of my family members also live with serious heart conditions. Growing up and navigating adulthood surrounded by heart disease has given me a deep understanding of the physical challenges, emotional ups and downs, and the constant effort it takes to manage our health while still living a full life.

These personal experiences inspired me to dedicate my doctoral research in clinical psychology to studying the emotional side of living with heart disease. My research focuses on how people think and feel about their diagnosis, how those beliefs affect their engagement in health behaviors, and how self-compassion may help support disease self-management. 

If you're 18 years or older, living in the U.S., and have any form of cardiovascular disease, I'd be extremely grateful if you took part in short, anonymous 10-minute survey. You can either scan the QR code on the recruitment form attached to this post or click this direct link to the online survey:

https://fit.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1ZU6N1JvhZtd9bM  

This study is deeply personal to me – it's driven by my own journey with heart disease and my desire to help others walking a similar path. Thank you for considering participating and for being part of a community that continues to inspire hope, strength, and healing.

With gratitude,

Hayden