About the cycle between the mental and physical aspects of my mental health. CN: self-harm and scars, discussion of mental health, body image
Why I hate summer: The other side of mental health
3 things I want you to know about (my) mental health
Over the years, I’ve witnessed only a fraction of the misunderstandings around mental health and ill-health. Bear in mind that I’m talking about mental illness in general, once you add specific and less-known conditions into the mix, the lack of understanding increases tenfold. However, one thing that I think is usually overlooked is that experiences... Continue Reading →
Why I’m alive…
And why it's important to talk about mental health. CN: discussion of mental health, mentions of self-harm, suicide, and eating disorders.
My Friend
A mental health poem. CN: mentions of self harm and eating disorders
Dear Clare.
A letter to the place I once loved.
A quick Mental Health services referral🤨?
Spoiler alert: It doesn't really exist
Stigma.
Imagine having your feeling invalidated, being told you're impossible to work with, being made to feel like you're unworthy. This is the reality of many people with mental ill health and it's due to the stigma we face.
I’m officially(-ish) an activist😍
I have a habit of signing up for a lot of things when I'm in a good mood. Often I regret it, but this is something I don't think I'll ever regret.
Always fight for yourself
The life of a student isn't easy, we have assignments and exams, and we're caught in a battle between immersing ourselves fully into work and actually living life. Many of us are learning to look after ourselves. We start planning when to eat, when to sleep, when to do laundry, whether we want to go... Continue Reading →
Random Facts (about me)
My sleep playist included Defeater, Chopin and Billie Holiday. I love the idea of walking but that requires energy. I've known workaholics and alcoholics. I've had the pleasure of watching defibrillators at work. I'm more than slightly messed up. I can't imagine not being messed up. My head is pretty shaved (lockdown doesn't count) and... Continue Reading →
Black Mental Me 