Even if I am passionate about something, I’ll be extremely hesitant to bring it up for fear of mockery or a nonplussed, glassy-eyed stare.
Marathon & CBT Appointment
So first bit of big news, I have signed up to Brighton Marathon 2018! Yup, you read that right, a whole 26.2 miles! And there’s more…
Exercise, the Endocrine System and Mental Health
There’s an inextricable link between your endocrine system and mental health. Excess insulin and cortisol cause weight gain and fight-or-flight symptoms.
Missing You is the Hardest Part
Too many young people, like my son, are unable to access appropriate support services at early critical points. Missing him is the hardest part.
Surviving Treatment
The little girl in my terrifying visions was me. I was not insane – my mind had found a wonderful way to protect itself from childhood trauma.
5 Things I Used To Enjoy Before Depression
Depression is a no-good thieving swine. It robs you of many things, including enjoyment. 5 things I miss… and the impulse buy that gave me new hope
Mental Health Matters
Mental health matters, and I refuse to accept society’s norm of turning away because of fear and ignorance. There is no excuse.
My Mania with Borderline Personality Disorder
It’s usually the depressive episodes I get. Rarely do I get episodes of mania with Borderline Personality Disorder, and wow, does it feel good!
From Hero to Zero – Mental Health Difficulties amongst the Student Population
My horrific experience with higher education. Mental health difficulties amongst the student population are rising, and this needs to change fast.
Mental health system failing those with children
My mental health team have never made it easy. My baby is now 5 months old, and I still haven’t been contacted by the perinatal team.
Searching – Am I impossible to love?
Thought I was impossible to love | Demonised when my only way to cope was to shed blood | People told me that they cared, but they showed me otherwise |
What I want you to know
I suffered trauma and abandonment, and now have Borderline Personality Disorder. This is the most misunderstood and stigmatised mental illness ever!