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By Jaila Macklin As a woman living with bipolar disorder and anxiety, my journey with therapy began at an early age. I was 11-years-old the first time my mother hauled me off to a therapist. My therapist was an elderly white woman whom I initially felt no connection with. I…
This morning I woke up and rolled over to the love of my life. I smiled once I realized it was Sunday; my favorite day of the week. I love Sunday because it’s the perfect day to reset while preparing for the week. I enjoy cleaning while my deep conditioner penetrates my hair. I’m able […]
Read More I Love SundaysSometimes I become so excited about a new day, it keeps me up at night. I lay in bed overwhelmed with thoughts of everything I’m going to do the following day. This brings about anxiety as I know I should sleep but can’t. Last night I tossed and turned due to overthinking. I thought of […]
Read More Mindset Monday – BreatheIn this interview I sat down with my significant other, De’Haven. We chatted about mental health, his struggles with Asperger’s, depression, anxiety, and more. JM: – Tell me a little about yourself: DC: – My name is De’Haven, I’m 22-years-old. Uh, I like to write music. I like to create. I like the form […]
Read More Wired Differently – Mental Health Q&A With De’Haven
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