I’ve been wading through black sticky waist-deep tar the last two weeks. But here is how I turned a depressive episode into an opportunity.
8 Tips For Staying Afloat While Riding The Waves of Depression
I know depression will not go away overnight. But despite the storms and waves of depression there’s still that ray of light shining through.
Being Dismissed Due to Ill-Health
I was officially dismissed due to ill-health, but the universe in its infinite wisdom filled the void. I’m a work in progress, and I’m working on it!
A Load of Touchy-Feely Rubbish: Mindfulness, Self-Care, CBT and Psychobabble
The more unwell we are, the more we tend to think this way. But it’s those of us living with mental illness who could benefit from these concepts the most.
Depression Is Like Drowning Beneath The Sea
Depression is like drowning. I have to get off the sinking ship, and fight against the currents, waves and whatever obstacles are there.
Letting Go of the Shame
I’m no longer feel ashamed that I feel emotions, or for expressing them. The more I practise, the more I am able to experience letting go of the shame.
Whose Responsibility are My Feelings and Behaviours?
Understanding whose responsibility our emotions and feelings are in our present can be life-changing. The first step is taking responsibility.
About That Will Smith Video: Fault vs Responsibility
About That Will Smith Video: Fault vs Responsibility and the victim mindset. I confess and openly admit to having a ‘victim’ mindset.
12 Weeks Worth of Journal Prompts
We have listed out 12 weeks worth of journal prompts. These are taken from our mental health daily planner and journal, designed to help get a better grasp on your day and your mindset.
Getting Better is Hard
Getting better IS hard. And what is “better”? I don’t know where I will end up tomorrow – I’m just going to do my best to live in today.
Everyone wants to escape sometimes
I’m looking at life like I’d look at a climbing route. It’s a metaphor for life – how will I succeed and what is my next move going to be?
Let’s Talk Now: Time to Talk Day 2018
Tomorrow is Time to Talk Day 2018. It aims to get people talking about mental health issues, reduce the taboo and make it easy for people to ask for help.