Darkness to Dialogue: Living Well With Mental Illness

“Shift your focus from what’s left to what you’ve already achieved, a simple mindset change that reduces stress and boosts motivation.” Feeling overwhelmed? Turn your to-do list into a ‘have-done’ list to boost motivation, reduce stress, and support mental health. Why it works: Shifts attention from stress to progress Reinforces a sense of control and competence Boosts motivation for tomorrow How to do it: Grab a notebook, journal, or notes app. At the end of the day, write down  everything you completed , no matter how small. Review your list and celebrate your wins, even if that one email sent or chore completed counts. Keep the list visible to remind yourself of your progress over time. “Focus on what you’ve done, it fuels tomorrow’s growth.” “Sometimes progress is easier to see when you look back instead of ahead. Try today’s tip and notice the difference!” Thank you for stopping by! Until next time, remember that you are not alone in your feelings or experiences. I've got your...

Summary Feeling constantly tired, even after a good night’s rest? It could be your to-do list that’s draining your energy.  🧠 Unfinished tasks create mental loops that keep your brain busy, leading to decision fatigue and mental burnout.  The more you leave undone, the more energy your brain uses to keep those tasks on its radar. 📉  In this post, we’ll explore how these open loops contribute to mental fatigue and how you can start closing them to feel more energized. 🌿 There are times when my depression feels so heavy that even the smallest tasks seem impossible. It’s not just the exhaustion in my body, but this deep mental fatigue that makes it hard to focus on anything. When I’m in a depressive state, the weight of unfinished tasks becomes even more overwhelming. Every little thing I leave undone feels like a burden, and my brain becomes consumed by it, reminding me of everything I need to do, but can't find the energy to act. This cycle of constantly pushing thing...

Like many people, I’ve always prided myself on being a multitasker. I juggle work, parenting, and personal goals all at once, believing that the more I can do simultaneously, the more productive I am. However, I’ve recently started to realize that multitasking may be doing more harm than good. It’s something I’m still working on, but acknowledging how multitasking impacts my mental health has been eye-opening. In this post, I’ll share my insights on the hidden costs of multitasking and why slowing down can actually help us achieve more in the long run. How Multitasking Affects People Living with Depression and Anxiety Multitasking might seem like a necessary skill in our constantly connected lives, but in my experience living with depression and anxiety, it often does more harm than good. When you're dealing with depression , even simple tasks can feel draining. Multitasking, in particular, can worsen symptoms. Here's how: Concentration fades quickly, making it harder to st...