Similar Posts
Link – Stop Changing the Subject When Your Friend Brings Up Mental IllnessÂ
“When we bring up mental illness and something in your eyes and body language changes, it hurts. When you are suddenly like, “Have you seen the new season of Orange Is The New Black?” it makes is feel like our struggle is something we should hide and be ashamed of. It makes us feel like…
Link – It’s time to approach mental health like a human
I just wrote yesterday about the need to take small steps, and build confidence in healing. Today, I found this post and I think Mark puts a great spin on the same thing: You probably approach physical fitness like a human. If you want to build strength, you lift heavy things that make you feel…
Link – Why I’m Scared to Not Talk About Suicide
I’m not scared either, to admit that I have attempted suicide, that I spent years dealing with depression and destructive mental health issues. Because there are too many people dying. No. I’m not scared to talk about suicide — I’m scared to stay silent. Silence is what fuels my depression. Silence turns thoughts into obsessions…
Sharing – It’s Okay to Cut Ties with Toxic Family Members
Sharon says a lot of really helpful things in the article below, but one that really struck a chord with me and my experience was in this paragraph: There is no right way to deal with a toxic family member. Only you can decide how much contact is right for you. And you will…
