I’ve written in previous blog posts about how meditation transformed my life. I’ve been meditating consistently since 2019 and it has truly been life-changing. Meditation is about finding awareness, attaining peace, and transforming the mind. When I first started meditating consistently, I had no idea how beneficial it would be. The first thing I do […]
Read More 9 Meditation Tips for BeginnersGrowing 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 CommunityBipolar 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 […]
Read More Bipolar disorder and Anger: How to CopeJournal Prompt #1 In what areas of your life are you hurting? What is in need of healing? Grab your notebook and pen/pencil and answer these two questions. Be honest with yourself as you sit and ponder on what areas of you are in pain. I believe the first step to healing is assessing your […]
Read More Journal Prompt #1 – Acknowledge the Hurt2020 has been an extremely difficult year for most of us. We’re dealing with a pandemic, experiencing severe trauma and loss, the list goes on and on. While this year has been shitty, it has taught me some valuable lessons. Lessons I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I went through […]
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