Supporting a Loved One Through Suicidal Thoughts: What You Can Do

Experiencing suicidal thoughts can feel like you’re in a pit of despair, hopelessly trying to escape, but unable to find your way out. According to the CDC, suicide is a leading cause of death for youth and adults living in the U.S. The first time I remember dealing with suicidal ideation was in middle school. […]

Taking Care of Your Mental Health Is an Act of Self-Love

These past few months have been extremely busy. Between preparing to move, transitioning to a new job, navigating loss and heartache, and attending school full-time, I’ve found myself struggling to stay afloat. I’ve been trying to limit how often I complain because as I sit here in my beautiful apartment, thinking about my new job […]

Recognizing the Signs: Key Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder You Should Know

Before I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, I was misdiagnosed with major depression. It’s extremely common for individuals with bipolar to be misdiagnosed with major depressive disorder. Unfortunately, this misdiagnosis led to receiving inadequate treatment, which prevented me from truly living. Prior to receiving the correct diagnosis, there were numerous signs I had bipolar disorder […]

2024 Reflections

As the year comes to an end, I’ve been in a space of deep reflection. 2024 was nothing I expected it to be. What started as a promising year quickly became filled with loss and heartache. Like many, I felt optimistic about this year and knew it would be “my year”. At the beginning of […]

During This Season, Nature Reminds Us of the Importance of Letting Go

Letting go is something I have struggled with for as long as I can remember. I often find myself holding onto things that no longer serve me, even though I know holding on sometimes does more damage than letting go. This past year has shown me the power of shedding the old to make way […]