I suffer with Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety, and depression. It annoys me when people say they’re ‘depressed’ because they’re having a bad day!
Talking to Children about Mental Illness
Our children need us to model openness and honesty, rather than shame and blame. They need us to tell them, repeatedly, that mental illness is no stigma.
The Longest Day
Every day after losing your child is the longest day, particularly when your child has died by suicide. It’s about the number of hours of excruciating pain.
Not Enough Monsters: We’re Van Helsing’s Children
One second I was the poor little boy, and the next, I was reclaiming my power as a monster hunter, part of Van Helsing’s breed. I’m fighting back.
*TW* In Retrospect
College triggers a lot of underlying issues, which tend not to surface until you’re too far into the rabbit hole to comprehend what’s happened.
Not Enough Monsters: I’m Done Being the Invisible Man
I needed someone to give me a hand and understand me, but the very thought of that terrified me. I was silent too long, but now I’m done being invisible.
I didn’t know I had anxiety
I could rationalise depression as something that wasn’t my fault. But I saw my anxiety as an undesirable personality trait.
Talking About Spirituality and Mental Health
Talking about spirituality and mental health in combination can help you make sense of your life and gain perspective, self-esteem and confidence.
I’m Learning to Take Responsibility
The only way to conquer dissociative behavior is to own what we’ve done. This sounds harsh, but with the acceptance of responsibility comes great power.
Getting Over the Bridge – Finding faith in myself
Finding faith in myself can be a struggle. But I just decided to give school another try. I know the pain of mental illness, and I want to help others.
Change Perceptions and Stop Stigma
Five years ago, I was at my lowest point and really didn’t see a future. Today, I’m helping to change perceptions of mental health and stop stigma.
I Could Be a Wellbeing Champion
I feel honoured that I’ve been asked to become a Wellbeing Champion at work. It’s a real confidence boost, and shows me how far I’ve come.