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Breaking the Silence: Why Talking About Mental Health Struggles Matters

Please enjoy this snippet! The official debut of my mental health blog is November 6th! The final name for the blog and the first blog article will be featured then.  Give Your Mental Health a Voice I started this blog to put a voice to the symptoms and experiences associated with mental illness. Living with depression involves dealing with not-so-obvious symptoms. Imagine not being able to sit in the dark because you feel like it will swallow it up, it feels like the walls are closing in and you feel like you are suffocating. That is how I describe the feelings of hopelessness and helplessness that I experience when I am experiencing the  symptoms  of depression.  Going through the daily routine becomes taxing and is done on autopilot with minimal energy.  Then, the detachment and feelings of disassociation set in... This blog is dedicated to myself and others who struggle with any mental illness. I hope that being candid, authentic, and honest about my experie...

Honest Conversations About Mental Health: Let’s Break the Stigma

Breaking the Silence: Why Mental Health Conversations Matter Have you ever wanted to talk about your mental health but decided not to? If so, what held you back? For many, mental health topics are difficult to understand or relate to, which can create discomfort. Mental health and mental illness are no exception to this. According to Dr. Patrick Corrigan , individuals with mental health conditions often remain silent about their experiences due to the stigma and discrimination they face. It wasn’t until just a few years ago that I began to feel more comfortable discussing my struggles with mental illness—specifically, navigating life with depression and anxiety. For a long time, I kept my experiences to myself. However, as I started to open up, I realized that talking about mental health is essential for healing and breaking the stigma surrounding it. Join Me for a Mental Health Conversation Next Month With the holidays approaching, now is a crucial time to continue the conversation ab...