Types of Bipolar Disorder

When I was first diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder, I was overwhelmed with a range of emotions. On one hand, I felt relieved to finally have a proper diagnosis. On the other hand, I was pissed at every psychiatrist and therapist who refused to listen to me and missed the signs. Once I pulled myself […]

Abuse is NOT love – Life After A Breakup

Life has been kicking my ass… literally. I usually don’t start my blog posts off being that blunt but I might as well get straight to the point. I’m currently going through a breakup, and it has been tough. On March 16th…I watched who I thought was the love of my life turn into a […]

3/15/20 – Journal Entry

Today feels like…waking up to the sun telling me good morning. Today feels like…Erykah Badu on repeat. Today feels like…dancing around the kitchen in my pajamas. Today feels like… the smell of fresh coffee brewing. Today feels like…sitting alone in meditation. Today feels like…recovery after a failed suicide attempt. Today feels like…hope. Today feels like…joy. […]

Six Tips for Discussing Your Mental Health with Your Employer

I recently started a new job after not working for a little over a year. This was partially due to me going to school but mostly due to the condition of my mental health. Since starting my first job as a teen, I’ve had to quit several jobs because of my crippling anxiety coupled with […]

Psychiatric Medication Saved my Life

I’ve been on psychiatric medication for my mental health since I was 11. While it hasn’t always been a pleasant experience, the meds I take now have helped me transform my life. I often see a lot of negativity surrounding taking medicine for your mental health and it’s almost always because of the side effects. […]