In this week’s post, let’s take a look at Biblical Christianity vs Cultural Christianity and perhaps some reflection on our daily lives. What is Cultural Christianity? Cultural Christianity can be defined in many different ways but for this week, let’s focus on these two aspects. Cultural Christians Prefer to Just “Fit In” Unlike biblical Christianity, …
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 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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Anxiety disorders can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender. While separation anxiety is commonly associated with children, it can also impact adults. Known as Adult Separation Anxiety Disorder, ASAD is a condition where individuals experience excessive and persistent fear or worry about being separated from the people to whom they are attached. This can …
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Depression is a mental health condition that can affect a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Symptoms of depression may include feelings of sadness, hopelessness, worthlessness, and guilt, as well as changes in appetite, sleep, and energy levels. Some people may also experience difficulty concentrating or making decisions or have thoughts of self-harm or suicide. However, …
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