This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. LETTER V Victim or Survivor? The terms “victim” and “survivor” carry different connotations and are often used in situations of trauma or hardship. Victim: “Victim” typically refers to someone who has experienced harm, injustice, or trauma. It implies a sense of powerlessness or vulnerability in the face of adversity. Calling oneself a victim can sometimes perpetuate a mindset of helplessness or dependency, emphasizing…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Letter U is for understanding Understanding mental health involves recognizing and appreciating human mind, emotions, and behavior. It includes a broad spectrum of conditions, from common issues like stress and anxiety to more severe disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. There are many who have more than one condition, making it feel even more overwhelming to an individual. According to the CDC “Mental…
Lonely in a Crowded Room I am linking up at Five Minute Friday During five minute Friday we are given a word prompt and write for 5 minutes. You can read more about how to participate here. This weeks Five Minute Friday Writing Prompt is Lonely You can be in a Crowded room and be feeling lonely even though not physically alone. I am most definitely an introvert, this doesn’t mean I want to be alone. It means I have to find the balance between being social and finding alone time. I want to have friend get togethers , family…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. LETTER T Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. TURN Turn on the radio Turn up the radio Turn off the outside world Turn around what do you see something…….don’t be just like me… Turn my journey into someone else’s guide book they…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. LETTER P Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. So many words popped in my mind when I first thought of the letter P. Psychiatrist vs psychologist, people, personality disorders, phobias, passion… When I input “Mental Health Letter P” the below two topics came up and jumped out at me. Parenting with a mental health…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. LETTER O Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. A to Z YOU WILL BE OKAY. You can overcome For months I’ve been Suffering from Writers block Overcoming these tips can be applied to a variety of other problems that you are struggling with too. The dreaded writer’s block.…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. LETTER N NEW DAY NEW ATTITUDE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. New Day New Attitude 2024 “New Attitude” suggests a shift or change in mindset, outlook, or demeanor towards life or a particular situation. It implies adopting a fresh perspective, attitude, or approach that differs from one’s previous…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. LETTER M Memories & Maybe Days Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Memories, Its amazing that even things we don’t ‘remember’ The Body Keeps The Score, It holds memory. Embracing the power of “maybe”. Having “Maybe Days” could refer to those moments when we’re unsure of what lies…
I am linking up with Five Minute Friday and this post is also part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. Today is the letter L. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. During five minute Friday we are given a word prompt and write, unedited for 5 minutes. You can read more about how to participate here. This weeks Five Minute Friday Writing Prompt is LIMIT Setting my timer for five minutes, April is National Stress Awareness Month. It is important…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Letter K Knowledge Knowledge is power One of the biggest things I think that will help break the stigma of mental illness is to advocate, spread awareness and education. I think knowing helps breed understanding. There needs to be a lot more understanding. Frequent comments like “You just gotta pull yourself up by your bootstraps” is not helpful to someone struggling. Knowledge about mental health encompasses…