Growing up, I was often surrounded by peers who struggled with their mental health. I talked with friends about their depression and anxiety. They’d express to me how alone they felt and how they felt like they couldn’t tell their families. I was battling with my own mental illness and felt alone in a house […]
Read More Addressing Mental Health Stigma in the Black CommunityThe first time I ever saw a woman being abused I was around 8 or 9 My mother left for a date with her boyfriend at the time, I recall hearing an argument ensue outside My curious mind led to me peeking out the blinds, And just as I peered out the window, I witnessed […]
Read More 2/13/21 – PoetryJournal Prompt Write a love letter to yourself. Today’s journal prompt seems fitting since it’s Valentine’s Day. Today isn’t just about romantic love. This is a perfect day for self-love and self-care. Before you sit down to write your letter, take a moment to set the mood. Light your candles, make your favorite beverage, turn […]
Read More Journal Prompt #5 – A Love LetterValentine’s Day… a day to celebrate the love between you and your significant other. A day where you get to be as mushy as you want without anyone judging you. We shower others with love on this special day. But how do you celebrate Valentine’s Day if you’re single? You could sit around moping over […]
Read More 10 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day If You’re SingleBipolar anger has been defined by individuals living with the condition as impulsive, intense, and explosive. It causes people to act in ways they normally wouldn’t. While anger isn’t necessarily a symptom of bipolar disorder, studies show people with bipolar disorder experience intense anger and aggression. Growing up, I recall several moments where my anger completely […]
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