About the cycle between the mental and physical aspects of my mental health. CN: self-harm and scars, discussion of mental health, body image
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.
Dear Clare.
A letter to the place I once loved.
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.