Pointless questions, ‘what ifs’ and ‘if onlys’ won’t bring him back. I’m just so sorry that I couldn’t save you, Conor.
The link between mental illness and dreaming
I think dreams can be an interesting insight into your subconscious, which is why I’m so excited to be starting a new series on my blog.
Thoughts on vulnerability, loyalty and tank rain
My Jack Russell terrier, Maili, is fearless except in storms, friendly unless she detects passive aggression and loyal to all whom she trusts.
Living with a person with mental illness
It’s a tragedy that there still remains just silence. I wish that medical treatment could be hurried forward for my partner’s anger.
Debunking the myth of positivity as a moral compass point
Needless platitudes didn’t help. ‘At least he didn’t suffer.’ ‘At least you were with him.’ Her dad had died. The myth of positivity didn’t change that.
My Journey
I lost my Nan and uncle, but I bottled my grief up and just carried on. I let myself get sucked into a black hole without realising it.
Don’t ‘wish’ you could help
Don’t give up on your loved one, your friend, spouse, sister, brother, whoever it may be. Show them that you are their cheerleader.
Managing Your Fearful And Obsessive Thoughts
Challenge your fearful and obsessive thoughts. Visualise a red ‘STOP!’ sign. Try to think of something positive to replace the negative thought.
Anger is a valid emotion
There’s a difference between feeling angry and being an asshole. Using anger to control others is not OK. But anger is an important and valid emotion.
Push Through Depression
I’m determined to push through depression and help others in need. I have a second chance, and because I spoke out I am still here.
The Longest Chapter of The Never Ending Story
I am getting out there and managing to be around other people on my own. Not as a mum, or a wife. Simply as a person who is struggling in life.
My Mind isn’t Well
My mind isn’t well, but that’s something you can’t see. You can’t understand how much it’s affecting me. You don’t see the pain it causes inside…