I would wager that one in every three women could read the title of today’s post and think to themselves, Yup, sounds about right, without even needing to read the content. That isn’t to say that men might not also think the same thing upon reading today’s title; however, speaking realistically, women are mistreated and … More Recognizing hypocrisy in the mental health realm
The prevalence of mental health issues is arguably at an all-time high, statistically speaking, and while this is an alarming realization, I wouldn’t say it is an unlikely one. This world is full of all sorts of atrocities, and it doesn’t seem to be improving anytime soon. So many of us are dealing with mental … More The importance of checking in on your loved ones
I wouldn’t consider myself someone who is an avid watcher of Marvel, or superhero, films. I’ve seen a handful, and all of them have been entertaining from what I can recall, but I have friends who have quite literally seen every Marvel film in existence, hence why I don’t classify myself as a massive Marvel … More Here’s why ‘Thunderbolts*’ is so much more than a Marvel movie
The notion of masking is a prevalent concept in the mental health world, although it does relate more to ADHD or ADD in comparison to other diagnoses, from what I have read (and I am not an expert). Masking involves changing ourselves physically, emotionally, and psychologically to best suit our surroundings. I suppose an easier … More Masking: are you a culprit?
Brain health, as a general concept, is a rather important one. I think we should probably all aspire to enhance our overall brain health and function seeing as our brains are so significant in regard to what they do, and, thankfully, there are more materials available now than ever before to do just that. I … More Looking to boost your brain health? Read this
Despite the tremendous progress mental health discussions and acceptance have made in the last few years, I can’t help but feel as though the term therapy still has a negative connotation attached to it. I would wager I’m not alone in thinking this, either. Perhaps our instinct encourages us to feel ashamed or embarrassed about … More Unsure if you should see a therapist? Read this
Anyone who plays sports, to any extent, is arguably familiar with the saying ‘don’t get in your head,’ or something similar to it. Granted, we shouldn’t really aspire to be in our own heads with anything we do in life, meaning we should trust ourselves and our decisions and avoid anxiety in the process. In … More The power of mentality in sports
When it comes to trauma, avoidance is a tactic a lot of us partake in, and understandably so. Trauma can occur in a variety of ways and forms and can vary in severity, but it always encompasses a negative experience or event; trauma is not typically associated with positivity. Because trauma is not a pleasant … More Trauma and avoidance: a deadly combination
As I stated in yesterday’s post, today’s will provide some specific techniques through which somatic therapy is conducted. Yesterday’s post was a sort of introduction to the concept of somatic therapy as opposed to delving into the nitty gritty details of how exactly it is performed, so I thought I would address that in today’s … More Let’s explore somatic therapy methods
I know I’ve mentioned several times here on my blog my history of mental health issues – anxiety, depression, OCPD, PTSD and eating disorders, to name a few. What I am uncertain of, however, is if I’ve gone into much detail regarding what prompted my onslaught of mental illness, and while I won’t write you … More The subjectivity of coping with trauma
The Holiday season, sadly, is something that a lot of us associate with stress and anxiety. This association does not apply to everyone; rather, there are people who find this time of year purely magical, and for those people, I am happy on their behalf. I enjoy the Christmas season, but it is a time … More Being mindful during the Holidays
As I stated in yesterday’s post, I thought I would comprise a mini-series here on my blog in which I answer some common questions people often have for anyone in eating disorder recovery. I’m happy to answer any questions anyone may have, but I figure I’ll generate the conversation by starting with some that are … More Q and A: Eating disorder recovery edition (part two)
I came to the realization that despite offering to you, my avid readers, a three-part installment pertaining to crystals and some of the most common ones, I did not, within these posts, offer any information regarding how to go about actually making use of said crystals. I mean, if you enjoy the aesthetics of crystals … More Here is how to actually use crystals
By no means am I going to give you the false impression that I’m well-versed in the world of meditation and already know everything about tapping, because I certainly don’t. I know of tapping, and have a basic premise of what it does, but for the sake of composing an entire post on the matter, … More Tapping: a how-to guide
As much as I try my hardest to live a life that doesn’t allow the opinions of others to bother me, I’m human, and therefore fuck up every now and then. Not just with living this mentality, but with just about everything. Ain’t nobody perfect, despite how many people try to give this impression. I … More Disassociating with the opinions of others
Mental health is something I’ve been rather passionate about for many years now. Given I experience mental illness, as do some of my family members and friends, mental health and its advocacy are of tremendous significance to me, and considering the current state of the world, I feel as though it is something that should … More Why aren’t we talking about men’s mental health?
As of late, I have seriously contemplated the probability of anxiety and just how many of us experience it. I figure more people than ever are affected by this type of mental illness, arguably as a result of the pandemic, and I truly wonder sometimes if more of us suffer from anxiety than not, which … More Getting through rough anxiety days
Not too long ago, I had a rather intense conversation with someone who is quite near and dear to my heart. Out of respect for the person I will refrain from naming them or providing any details that may hint toward their identity, but I will say that this individual is incredibly strong, independent and … More Social media and comparison: a dangerous and inevitable occurrence
If you or someone you know deals with anxiety on a daily basis, you’re likely familiar with some tactics and coping mechanisms that are often recommended by professionals that intend to alleviate the severity of anxiety when it presents itself. Some common examples of suggested coping mechanisms to calm anxiety include breathing exercises like diaphragmatic … More Knowing your limits when it comes to anxiety
Rather than bombarding you with a slew of different ways to handle someone who is narcissistic, I thought it might be more beneficial to break this topic up into two separate posts. I figure the topic of narcissism is heavy enough, let alone when a post resembles the closet in Narnia and just keeps going … More More tips for dealing with a narcissist
While an unfortunate reality, I would wager that more of us than not have dealt with a narcissist, or narcissists, and on more than one occasion. Anyone who has familiarity or experience with a narcissist will arguably attest to the fact that they’re vile specimens, and despite how absolutely fucking awful they are, there are … More Tips for dealing with a narcissist
Perhaps I am isolated in this opinion, but I have always felt as though the concept of setting boundaries for oneself is often perceived as a negative thing. I speculate that a lot of us, when we hear the phrase ‘setting boundaries,’ cringe internally, or even have a mental flinch, if you will, regardless of … More The importance of establishing boundaries
I will begin this post by admitting that I cannot take credit for its title. The inspiration behind the title actually comes from a sweater I randomly saw someone wearing in an Instagram post a while ago – the back of this person’s hoodie read ‘your anxiety is lying to you,’ and because I am … More Your anxiety is lying to you
I follow a gal on Instagram who goes by the name of Zoe Roe. Initially, I started following her because I find her and her content to be hilarious, but in the process of following her on Instagram, I came to the realization that she, like myself, has a history with eating disorders, and some … More Can we stop glorifying people with disordered eating?
A couple of nights ago, Blaine and I sat down together to watch something via Netflix. As per usual, we scrolled aimlessly through quite a few titles, trying to determine what to watch, when all of a sudden, Blaine turned to me and asked me if I was familiar with Jonah Hill’s newest movie, to … More Have you seen ‘Stutz’?
Relationships as a concept are a highly subjective one. No two relationships look the same considering no two people are exactly the same, so approaching a relationship with an objective mindset isn’t going to work out well. While relationships are subjective in terms of their composition, there are things within relationships that are, in fact, … More The significance of understanding boundaries in relationships
Allow me to stipulate that if you read the word ‘catastrophizing’ in the title and thought to yourself ‘the fuck?’ please don’t worry. It’s a rather grand and intimidating word, but I assure you it looks a hell of a lot more complicated than it really is. Catastrophizing, in my own words, is the act … More Are you guilty of catastrophizing?
Self-affirmations, for anyone who may not be entirely familiar with the topic, are, in my own words, phrases we say aloud and direct towards ourselves that aim to manifest positivity. In simple terms, self-affirmations are vocalized statements that affirm, or warrant, our existence. Self-affirmations are a beneficial thing for just about everyone. They’re a means … More Recognizing the power of positive self-affirmations
Mental health is a stigmatized topic of conversation. More specifically, mental illness. This isn’t anything new, and while the topic has gained ground in terms of being more socially accepted, and further, discussed, mental health conversations aren’t anywhere near where they should be regarding advocacy and awareness. We’re certainly moving in the right direction, but … More Read this before approaching someone about their mental health
Ahhhh, anxiety. We go way back, us two. It isn’t a secret that I have anxiety. I’ve made mention of it here on my blog numerous times, and I probably will again in the near future. It is a form of mental illness that affects a hell of a lot of us, and if I’m … More The uncomfortable reality of reducing anxiety
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