What’s this darkness lying inside? | It kills our men… it’s suicide. | Men’s biggest killer up to fifty, | too many lives over swiftly.
My BPD story – A Life Worth Living
In 2012 I was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. I am now in treatment in order to save my life. We all deserve ‘A Life Worth Living’.
The Samaritans
The first time I called the Samaritans was from a payphone at the bottom of the stairs in a homeless shelter. It was late at night. A Samaritan answered.
Trying to Get Through A Day With Depression
The autumnal weather was beautiful, golden leaves on the ground, mist cloaking the trees. Yet my numb mind just couldn’t take it in.
It’s been a year since I first met you
The paramedics and police stretchered you in. I remember repeatedly saying, ‘I know him.’ I think I was in shock. You’re the one I can’t forget.
How What We Choose Affects Our Lives
Even when people in our childhoods harmed us, it is how we behave as adults that will make or break our lives. What choices do successful adults make?
You will be found
When the dark days come crashing down | When you need a friend to carry you when you’re broken down | Reach out | You will be found.
Butterfly – The Spirit Within You
Endure, become, never let your hope for a clear blue sky vanish. The spirit within you is beautiful beyond belief. Spread your wings.
Don’t Suffer In Silence
The darkness in you has a name | And isolation is its game | But it can be conquered, can be beat | Don’t suffer in silence, speak.
Heart to Hearts – A Hard Subject To Talk About
I’ve had a pretty bad year. And I decided to turn it into something I could openly talk about, to help anyone else who’s ever felt a similar way.
Self Care Tips for Bad Days
These things help me get through those days that can loom above us like impossibly steep, overbearing mountains. The little things are key to survival.
Hold The Vision, Trust The Process
I’m starting to get to know the me you left behind. I’m bruised and scared, but day by day, I find more strength. One day I will find my voice.