Every month brings unexpected triggers. 9 months feels unbearably long. Missing him is absolutely the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do in my life.
Facing The Stigma of BPD
Tarnished as being difficult or manipulative, we are unheard. How can we speak out and defend ourselves against the stigma of BPD?
BPD and Decision-Making
When a moment arises where I have to make a decision, my heart immediately starts pounding, I can literally feel my chest tightening.
She had to travel through madness to find herself
I didn’t do anything wrong, this is because of stuff that was done to me, not because I’m a bad person. So I refuse to hide.
Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace
95% of employees calling in sick about stress would give a different reason for having time off. We’re afraid to talk about wellbeing in the workplace.
Mental Health Stigma in India
Mental health stigma in India is the bane of our democracy. Due to job loss, ostracism, accusations of being a nuisance, stigma becomes internalized.
We All Need Some Definition Sometimes
A rambling, incoherent mess, wreaking havoc in your mind. A demon within you, that on the best days you merely learn to live with.
An A-Z of Self-Care
Your brain tells you NOT to look after yourself. That you’re not worthy of care and don’t deserve it. We need to overrule that horrid voice.
Anger
Sadly, we all have a breaking point. I’ve found myself in situations where I need to have that physical release of energy.
Bullying and its Effect on Mental Health
Bullying doesn’t end the moment the bully stops or when they move away. It haunts you, consumes you and stays with you every single day
Flashbacks – My Younger Self Wakes
I’m six again, standing in that corner where my step-mum has been punishing me, maybe for the last 24 hours or longer. I’m not allowed to move.
Physical Manifestations of Mental Health Conditions
Chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, arthritis and migraine are commonly physical manifestations of mental health conditions.