Strategies for Socializing After Isolation
Mental illness can be tough. Becoming socially isolated as a result of mental illness is far too easy. Depression canContinue Reading
Tag: depression
Winter can be tough but so are we
Christmas is closing in. I have done absolutely zero Christmas shopping and there isn’t a Christmas tree up in myContinue Reading
Quieting the Mean Voice in My Head
I’ve been trying to quiet the mean voice inside my head lately. I want to tell you about it. ItContinue Reading
Making Time For Grief
Hello everyone, Daisy, my service dog and best friend of eleven years recently passed away. I need to take someContinue Reading
Support, Self-Care, and Superhero Capes
Some friends came over on Saturday night. We had planned to go out and visit various Halloween themed attractions. It’sContinue Reading
Couch and Coffee Thoughts: Kindness
I’m sitting on my couch drinking coffee as thoughts run through my mind. I often ponder while I drink myContinue Reading
What is Depression Like?
Depression is not the same for everyone. We might have shared experiences, but we are unique. No two people areContinue Reading
When Guilt and Shame Follow Depression
Depression is tough, but this post isn’t about depression. This is about how guilt and shame often follow depression andContinue Reading
The Noticing Beauty Challenge
How often do you notice the beauty that surrounds you daily? I’m challenging you to notice it. The Noticing BeautyContinue Reading
When Depression Numbs Excitement
The numbness I’m feeling is difficult to explain but it’s important so I’m going to try. During depression people oftenContinue Reading
