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Why Netflix’s ‘The Bird Box’ Severely Increases the Stigma of Mental Illness
I was so excited to watch Netflix’s new original series, “The Bird Box” with Sandra Bullock. The premise surrounds the idea that a mysterious force begins to destroy humanity–if you … Continue reading Why Netflix’s ‘The Bird Box’ Severely Increases the Stigma of Mental Illness
Top 10 Mental Health Goals for the New Year
We are entering 2019 and it’s good to start thinking about some of the goals we want to accomplish this coming year. Here are the top 10 mental health goals … Continue reading Top 10 Mental Health Goals for the New Year
Easy to Make and Inexpensive Holiday Gifts for Mental Health
The holidays and approaching new year can be both an exciting and stressful time trying to find unique gifts for those closest to you. This holiday season I decided to … Continue reading Easy to Make and Inexpensive Holiday Gifts for Mental Health
Life with Mental Illness: A Story of Acceptance
Life with Mental Illness: A Story of Acceptance Guest Post By: The Bipolar Babe A Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder When I was in elementary school, I noticed that I felt … Continue reading Life with Mental Illness: A Story of Acceptance
12 Quotes for People Who Feel Extreme Empathy
Those of us who experience extreme empathy can feel misunderstood at times. Our sensitivity to the feelings, thoughts, and emotions of others can be both beautiful and consuming. It’s important … Continue reading 12 Quotes for People Who Feel Extreme Empathy
12 Subtle Signs the Person You Are Dating Is Affecting Your Mental Health
There are subtle signs that we are dating or in a relationship with someone who is affecting our mental health. It doesn’t necessarily mean the person we are dating is … Continue reading 12 Subtle Signs the Person You Are Dating Is Affecting Your Mental Health
7 Famous Writers Who Lived with Mental Illness
The ability to feel emotions so deeply was both a curse and gift to many of the greatest writers throughout history. They used writing to express themselves which is why … Continue reading 7 Famous Writers Who Lived with Mental Illness
5 Things Every Person with a Mental Illness Needs to Hear
If you are open about your diagnosis of mental illness, most likely you are faced with more negative feedback than positive. We are labeled as damaged goods. When I was … Continue reading 5 Things Every Person with a Mental Illness Needs to Hear
12 Questions Answered About Mental Health Blogging
Many of the questions I receive are about my job as a mental health blogger. It excites me to have people reaching out for advice. I hope to see many … Continue reading 12 Questions Answered About Mental Health Blogging
23 Suicide Statistics That Will Shock You
One person dies by suicide every 40 seconds in the world. If the suicide rate continues to rise researches predict that number will have increased to one person every 20 seconds … Continue reading 23 Suicide Statistics That Will Shock You
9 Things Mental Illness Has Taught Me About Life
When we are faced with challenges, it’s hard to believe that something positive will come out of these periods of darkness, but there is. Sometimes the most important lessons in … Continue reading 9 Things Mental Illness Has Taught Me About Life
Life with Mental Illness: Why Do We Accept Being Loved in Halves?
One of my favorite writers, April Green, wrote a short poem that really spoke to me. And the moon looked down at her and said: ‘you are too full of … Continue reading Life with Mental Illness: Why Do We Accept Being Loved in Halves?
