The GP gave me a scrap of paper with details of a counselling service. Around twelve hours later, I put a six-inch kitchen knife into my neck.
Simply the Best and the Best is yet to Come
I’m writing an autobiography about my life with Bipolar Disorder over 69 years. The title will be Simply the Best and the Best is yet to Come
Finding The Source Of Your Fears
In a scary or upsetting situation, gather the facts – don’t rely on exaggerated, fearful assumptions. By focusing on the facts, you can rely on reality.
An Alternate Explanation of Integration
Childhood abuse dramatically changes the number of neurons in the brain. It can both increase and decrease their ability to communicate with one another.
The words used to talk about mental health
Wait a minute? Pause, Max. What is eyeballing? Did I just pull the same crap my housing manager did with the term walkthrough?
My son saw my panic attack
Children are amazingly perceptive. I tried my best to remove myself, as I worry about how it affects them, but my son saw my panic attack.
Anxiety Prepping
If you live with anxiety, no matter how chronic, you may know just how limiting it can be to enjoying your day to day life.
Sleeping with the Enemy – Mental Illness and Suicide in Australia
Hidden behind masks the illness is silent and invisible. For the person who is struggling with depression or anxiety the battle is real. It can be like Sleeping with the Enemy.
When Your Friends do not Understand Your Mental Health Condition
Your goal is to get better, period. Don’t bother arguing with friends or relatives who give you a difficult time. It’s your life – you’re the one suffering.
Things I’ve done despite anxiety
I recently had a flash of inspiration about things I’ve done despite being riddled with social anxiety. There’s definitely a determined streak in me.
A letter to my younger self
Don’t be afraid to pursue your dreams. Don’t be ashamed of what you want, no matter how unconventional. If the road ahead looks difficult, don’t give up.
No More – I am DONE with the heartache and drama
I am DONE with the heartache and drama and upset and stress. DONE with the fucking turmoil. I am DONE with inconsistencies, DONE with hot and cold.