Reducing the stigma around mental health
By Katy Matilda Neo What am I? At this very moment, I am a self-absorbed artist making work about my own psychological pain. I spend my time trying to be myself, but I have no self. I always wanted to be special, surely everyone wants that? All you need is Continue Reading
By Kay Matilda Neo Emotions, to me, are complex and confusing. The visceral sensations they bring are more tangible than their names or meanings. They overwhelm me and often I avoid them or misunderstand them, and they scare me. Sometimes it’s a “now” emotion and sometimes it’s a “then” emotion. Continue Reading
By Katy Matilda Neo Most people probably don’t find life as hard as I and many others living with mental illness do. It’s very, very difficult to be kind to yourself on days when you can’t do things, and to practise self-care when life gets tough. Getting a bus to Continue Reading
By Katy Matilda Neo A lot of shame and stigma surrounds the concept of not working due to mental illness. Commonly expressed opinions are that work is good for mental health; the routine, the social aspect, the sense of accomplishment, etc., etc.. My Overworking Superwoman Persona Was Not Working But while Continue Reading