Tag: mentalhealth
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Anxiety is A Beast. Literally!
Anxiety can really be a beast and no one knows it but the sufferer themselves. However, it attacks everyone differently. What cure works for one may not work for others. Many people with anxiety know there is no big, magical “cure.” I know there’s no cure because every symptom is different. However, there are small…
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Creativity and Mental Health: Exploring the Connection
There has long been a popular belief that creativity and mental health are linked. Many famous artists, writers, musicians, and other creative people throughout history have had a reputation for being “tortured geniuses” or struggling with mental health issues. But is there really a connection between creativity and mental health? Let’s explore the evidence. Mental…
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Anxiety On A Spectrum
When I was first explaining my experience with anxiety, I solely focused on how I felt emotionally – the racing thoughts, overanalyzing every little detail, and general nervousness or dread. However, anxiety feels like so much more than that. While those emotions are present, I forget just how many physical symptoms can accompany them. For…
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Reminding Myself to Never Abandon Myself
People suffer from a vast majority of things and ailments every day. For someone like me, it’s hard to believe. I just assumed I was stressing too much but I didn’t really find out until almost my 30’s that it was all anxiety and mild depression. It is hard to be social. I’ve always had…
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Shining A Light On Chronic Pain
Living a semi-normal life when you are unwell takes all your energy. Learning that I have chronic pain has become a job. I’ve tried even harder to remain healthy and not let it affect my mood and personality. It’s struggle that no one sees. This something I don’t talk about for a variety of reasons.…