DBT taught me survival skills for triggering situations. This assisted me with my self harm urges, suicidal thoughts and times when I heard voices.
Football Offered Me a Lifeline — Achieving my Dream
Don’t ever underestimate the power of sport. It offered me a lifeline when I was under the full grip of depression and to this day, it continues to be my getaway.
The 12 Month Anniversary of my Diagnosis — A Year in the Making
It was a scary place to be, not wanting to be here! But now it’s the 12 month anniversary of my diagnosis, the battle gets easier.
Could this be an end to the antidepressant lottery?
You try one antidepressant that doesn’t work, then another, and another, always searching for the correct medication. But that could be about to end
Self-harm and I: A recovery journey
I feared that my addiction to pain would cost me my life. Now I am almost three months clean from self-harm. If I can do it, anyone can.
Hello, My Name is Dancing With Fire: How Addiction Can Break Your Family
At first it seemed like a good thing. But it destroyed the life I had built. This is how addiction can break your family.
Mental Illness: How To Get A Proper Diagnosis
Proper diagnosis of mental illness is the key to effective treatment and a better quality of life. Don’t be discouraged by stigma.
Out of the darkness – learning to live with depression
I could feel my life spinning out of control and I blamed myself. I sought help and everything changed. Don’t be ashamed of depression.
This is my story
I freely admit that I’m on anti-depressants; I no longer feel shame. I’m passionate about spreading awareness, ending the stigma and helping people.
2017 in Review: it wasn’t all that bad…look!
It hasn’t been our best year. It’s been hard, yes, but we survived. We are here stronger than ever and ready for the next challenge: we are ready for 2018
Why You Shouldn’t Believe the Hate Depression Spews
Depression lies, and you should not believe it. You do have talents. You do have worth. You are here for a reason. Don’t give up.
Changing the Dance of Grieving the Childhood that never was
I can never completely escape grieving the childhood that never was, but I can make today a pleasant and happy time. I can move confidently into the future.