Tag: depression
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A story you don’t normally hear
I was always called ugly and unattractive. I was told I would never make it (as a woman). I was told that I was weird and crazy to want to be a graphic designer and artist as my career. I was always bullied for everything. Picked on and singled out. Even was bullied for wearing…
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When It Feels like It’s Too Much
Days when it feels like it’s too much Days I do t want to get out of bed Put on clean clothes; breakfast Some kind of self care Rendering my state of fear Generally state of hopelessness So far deep inside I’ll isolate On those day During those weeks Enduring those months Fighting tooth and…
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September Is Suicide Prevention Month
Here are a few facts you should know. It’s crucial that we take a moment to reflect on the significance of mental health awareness and support. Every life is precious and each of us can make a difference by being informed, being empathetic, and willing to lend a helping hand. Suicide is a deep and…
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Are you on Survival Mode all the time?
A lot of people don’t know this, but when you have depression, there are various signs that you may be in survival mode. I’m constantly in survival mode and have this weird constant worry that something will happen. However, It’s important that you’re aware what these signs are. You want to be able to prioritize…
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Chronically Apologizing
I’m no stranger to irritation. In fact, I might even go so far as to suggest that irritation is my baseline emotion. Between my depression, anxiety, and fibromyalgia , the world rubs me raw. So when I’m told – again – that my constant apologies are annoying, I understand exactly the feeling they’re coming from.…