For nearly my entire life, I have lived in a shadow. A consistent state of tug-of-war in my brain. It’s been tough, but I’ve pushed through. My struggles have been persistent, sometimes unbearable
In my previous post, I shared my experience in setting up boundaries in the context of mental health. If you are new to my blog…
In my last post, I discussed the profound impact of creativity and self-expression on my journey to better mental health. Through my digital art and writing, I have discovered a therapeutic outlet that has been pivotal in navigating my lifelong struggle with depression and severe separation anxiety. This week, I want to explore another critical …
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Last week, I shared about my lifelong battle with depression and separation anxiety, and how I have found ways to manage these conditions through building a strong support system. While having a support network of friends, family, and community members has been essential to my healing process, I’ve also discovered another powerful tool for managing …
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In my previous post, I candidly discussed my lifelong battle with depression and separation anxiety. In that post, I emphasized the importance of recognizing the need for help and, more importantly, detailed the necessary steps to seek it. Additionally, I shared the various coping mechanisms I utilize to manage my daily mental health challenges, which …
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As I continue to share my journey with depression, it is important to emphasize the value of seeking help. In my previous post, I shared my experiences and the daily struggles that I face as a result of my mental health conditions. In this post, I will delve into the steps I took to find …
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Childhood Origins: Trauma and the Birth of Anxiety My journey with depression and anxiety can be traced back to my early childhood. I was 10 years old and had just experienced a traumatic event that left a deep and lasting scar on my soul. This incident marked the beginning of my struggles with mental health. …
Hi there, my name is Jackie, a 50-year-old man who has suffered from depression for over four decades. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been living in an almost constant state of severe separation anxiety and depression. My depression journey began as a child, following a traumatic event that left a deep scar …
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