I needed someone to give me a hand and understand me, but the very thought of that terrified me. I was silent too long, but now I’m done being invisible.
‘I’m Glad it Didn’t Work’ – When Not to Believe a Suicide Survivor
I told the hospital psychiatrist, ‘I’m fine, I’m glad it didn’t work’, even forcing a smile. I was lying. Luckily, I was sent to a secure psychiatric unit.
The On/Off Switch In Borderline Personality Disorder
I could be having an ‘Okay’ day, everything plodding along nicely, then I suddenly turn into Demon Woman! The Switch in Borderline Personality Disorder.
Writing is the Best Medicine
Writing is the best medicine. When we pour out our lives, even just to a battered old journal, we share the deep, dark secrets that hold us back.
I didn’t know I had anxiety
I could rationalise depression as something that wasn’t my fault. But I saw my anxiety as an undesirable personality trait.
Never Underestimate the Power of Simple Kindness
Never underestimate the power of simple kindness. It can make the difference between someone’s day being worth living or not.
Talking About Spirituality and Mental Health
Talking about spirituality and mental health in combination can help you make sense of your life and gain perspective, self-esteem and confidence.
I’m Learning to Take Responsibility
The only way to conquer dissociative behavior is to own what we’ve done. This sounds harsh, but with the acceptance of responsibility comes great power.
Getting Over the Bridge – Finding faith in myself
Finding faith in myself can be a struggle. But I just decided to give school another try. I know the pain of mental illness, and I want to help others.
From housebound to home
I was trapped inside. I could not leave my bed, let alone my house. I could not answer the door. But I sought help, and now my house no longer shackles me.