Mental illness can be hard to explain, as there are rarely any physical symptoms. I’m using metaphors to help people understand mental illness.
Welcome to Honesty
Being honest about my mental illness has played a huge role in my recovery. Once I stopped hiding my mental illness, I accepted who I am.
‘Happy’ People Can Be Depressed Too
I’m caught in a trap where if I don’t portray my depression, I’m not really depressed. But if I express sadness, I should stop feeling sorry for myself.
Mental health awareness is a constant, just like the illness
May is mental health awareness month. I’ve decided to discuss consideration and awareness all year round, not just on the designated awareness month.
Taking that first step to finding support
‘What have you got to be miserable about?’ ‘Man up!’ Stigma stops us opening up. It takes courage to take that first step, but please seek support.
Over & Under Representation Of Mental Disorders In Our Anti-Stigma Campaigns
We need to stop bringing to the forefront some of the mental health issues and excluding the rest of the mental health issues, as if they are nothing
Why I Write About my Mental Health
I write for myself, to fight the stigma, and for the suffering people out there who haven’t quite found their voice yet. This is for YOU
For me, mental health awareness day is all day, every day
Mental health awareness day is all day, every day, for me and many other people fighting through another day. It’s okay to talk, it’s okay to not be okay.
Loose Talk – Strangers discussing me
Loose talk. Strangers discussing me. Words remain, swill, ferment in the mind. Yes, we are different. But we are still human. Use your words wisely.
Overcoming Self-Stigma – I Am Good Enough
I called myself worthless and wished I was dead. I’ve lost out on opportunities and relationships. But I’m taking small steps every day to improve my life.
Secrets I’ve Never Told My Family And Friends About My Mental Illness
Blinded by the philosophy of old, my family and friends believe that a person with mental illness belongs in an institution. Can I hide my illness?
Ten Shocking Truths about Mental Illness Neglect
The number of people that experience mental illness neglect is heartbreaking and downright appalling. And it shouldn’t be happening.