Tag: endthestigma
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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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Just Wanting The Pain To Stop
I didn’t have to die for the pain to stop. You don’t have to either. Some days it is still a struggle. Some days the love is dim and seems far away. Some days I grow discouraged and feel defeated. Some days I still want to leave this world (and all its tribulations) behind. But…
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Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color are actually hurting
People of color are not inherently more susceptible to mental illness or suicide, but when discrimination and systemic racism cause widespread trauma, stress, fear, and medical hesitancy, the impact on their mental health is significant. Oftentimes, the same systems that are contributing to increased mental health struggles are also barriers standing in the way of…