Reducing the stigma around mental health
By Lauren Victoria Every year, without fail, I come across a sea of posts in aid of mental health awareness week. This year, I decided not to participate. Why? I have done a lot of thinking recently as I have had possibly too much time on my hands. Why is Continue Reading
By Lauren Victoria The last few weeks have been quite tricky, and it seems that it still isn’t letting up. I thought once I’d physically healed, I would feel better. I thought that once I returned to work, I would feel better. That my mind would be occupied. All would Continue Reading
When not working, I lose several hours of my day to social media. Why? I’m not sure. Social makes me feel inadequate, like I am doing life wrong.
Ever since I was young, one of my ultimate dreams was to start a family. A spanner was thrown in the works upon diagnosis of my mental health problems.
Don’t give up on your loved one, your friend, spouse, sister, brother, whoever it may be. Show them that you are their cheerleader.
The truth of recovery is seldom what we want it to be. I’ll tell you now, recovery doesn’t mean you’ll be completely better. But every day is so worth it.