Mental health services are still scarce. A majority of them are inaccessible to many, due to the high cost of therapy. Here are 5 ways to care for your mental health
Never Settle – A Year of Growth
One year ago I took control. I decided it was time to focus on me without regret or worrying about judgement. And damn, it feels good!
Dermatillomania: The Story of a Compulsive Skin Picker
The urge to pick is with me 24 hours a day. I enter this addictive and determined trance. It’s not yet a battle I have won. The cycle is relentless.
Social?? Nooooo! Feeling awkward and silly
I’m struggling with being social. Drinks with friends, a party, days out, group outings or a works do – the prospect terrifies me. Fear and worry.
Living with Guilt, While Battling Mental Illness and Life
I thought that feeling guilt was some form of punishment. For what? A lot of things flooded my head. Then, years later, came the deadly blow.
Found my old diary & realised the true progress I have made
My old diary showed me how far I’ve come in just two years. My anxiety no longer crushes me. Small steps and positive changes are improving my life.
Ten Shocking Truths about Mental Illness Neglect
The number of people that experience mental illness neglect is heartbreaking and downright appalling. And it shouldn’t be happening.
But that would be a lie
In the depths of grief, I represented my family at the inquest and fought for justice after my Dad’s suicide. We needed a truthful verdict.
When Everyday Life Becomes Overwhelming
Depression makes me so tired. Chores pile up for days or weeks, and one small thing can push me over the edge. Writing helps me feel less overwhelmed.
This is why I am still here today
I am still here today. But I’m sitting emptily staring at the walls. I just want someone to hug me, but my friends are probably all tired of me.
Always Somebody Worse Off
Facing my illness, I met a guy in the waiting room who had a horrible choice to make. Now I remember there is always someone worse off than me.
Make it about yourself, not what other people think
How many decisions do you make in a day, and how many of them might you make differently if you weren’t worried about what other people would think?