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People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.

The Crack and the Crumble. Content Warning.
Note: This article is brutally honest about a few things and therefore comes with a trigger warning. It is however a vital conversation that needs to happen. The feedback I've had from others in the industry tells me just how much this conversation is needed.
By KC2 years ago in Psyche
Struggling with Depression . Content Warning.
Emily pulled the covers tighter around her, though the morning sun was already spilling through the blinds. She stared at the ceiling, aware of the clock ticking relentlessly by her bedside. Another day had begun, but she could feel its weight pressing down on her chest, pinning her to the mattress.
By Chukwudebe Samuel 2 years ago in Psyche
This Is The Truth About Why I Left Mental Health Services
The Dream At one point in my life, I had a dream. That dream was to help people. Mentally. It started with a fascination, as I learned about the mind. Not the brain. Not the physical thing, but the mental part of it all.
By Tyler Woden2 years ago in Psyche
Simple Tips on Holding Space for Ourselves
In today's world, we are constantly connected to everything and everyone around us such as social media and smart devices. Yet, the world often feels more disconnected than ever, especially if you are neurodivergent community or have a mental illness. Why? Because when we take time to prioritize our mental health and symptoms, it is often frowned upon, leading us to disconnect from our thoughts and feelings, leading to us masking and neglecting our emotional well-being.
By SP 2 years ago in Psyche
Simple Ways to Empower Ourselves to Define Our Mental Health Journey
What does it mean to define our mental health journey? For me, defining my mental health journey is deeply personal. It has empowered me to foster a resilient and self-compassionate approach to how I relate to my Generalized Anxiety Disorder and ADHD diagnosis, treatment, and challenges.
By SP 2 years ago in Psyche
Writer's Block. Content Warning.
I have been struggling with writer's block for a few months now, but the last 2 months have been worse than normal. I know that I have been having a lot of emotions, and that I try to avoid the intense emotions, but today in therapy, my therapist asked me if I wanted the things that have happened to be my fault.
By The Schizophrenic Mom2 years ago in Psyche
Last Night I Went To See Take That And Olly Murs: A Mental Health Account, Part Two.. Content Warning.
This is my second part about my night seeing Take That and Olly Murs. In this article I want to talk about the pyrotechnics which involves the use of fire, or fireworks.
By Carol Ann Townend2 years ago in Psyche
Bent Progress
If you've ever dealt with any form of trauma, there is one mantra that therapists looove: "Healing isn't linear" Ugh. If you've been to therapy, you probably resent the saying as much as I do (even if you know it's true).
By Ashley Tripp2 years ago in Psyche
The six pillars of self-esteem
The six pillars of self-esteem- Why it is not centred on how you feel but pivots essentially around what you think you are capable of
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Psyche
How My Life’s Purpose to Have an Unbreakable Heart Left Me Broken in Life
Ever noticed how people who are afraid of having their heart broken often end up feeling broken? Until recently, that was the case for me anyway. I was always striving to have an unbreakable heart — but never quite succeeded. What did it mean for me to “have an unbreakable heart”? For one, it meant that I was always trying to protect my heart from everything and everyone. I thought I could achieve that by not letting anything or anyone in. You’ve probably heard about the concept of “building walls around your heart”. That’s what I was doing. I built high, wide, fortified walls around my heart — walls that would even make the Great Wall of China look small.
By Unbreakable Heart2 years ago in Psyche
A Guide to Quieting and Acknowledging Your Inner Critic
As someone with ADHD, I've faced significant challenges stemming from my inner critic, a common struggle not limited to ADHD alone but prevalent among individuals with various mental health conditions. This internal battle has often hindered me from seeking support and acknowledging my progress, setbacks, and wins, big and small, for a lot of my mental health journey.
By SP 2 years ago in Psyche
The Problem with Autism
Last year, at the age of forty-eight, I discovered that I have autism. While it explains some of the difficulties I’ve had in life relating to people, especially my father, and my low tolerance for sensory overload, I have struggled to accept the label: autistic.
By Skye Bothma2 years ago in Psyche