Tag Archives: mental health

I Don’t Want to Be Strong

You know how sometimes you’re going through something, and people will say encouraging things in an effort to help, but it really doesn’t? That happened a few times to me in the last month. One of the things that I know is supposed to be encouraging is the whole “you’re so strong to be ableContinue reading “I Don’t Want to Be Strong”

Toxic People, especially Family

Let’s talk about toxic people. You know who they are – the ones that might bully you, and then gaslight you. The ones who act out to get attention. The ones who belittle you and make you feel bad. The list goes on. It may seem “simple” enough to cut these people out of yourContinue reading “Toxic People, especially Family”

The Therapy Paradox

You know what I realized recently while dealing with my postpartum depression/anxiety? The paradox of having to find a therapist when you need it, but not having the mental strength to find one when you need it. In those first two to three months postpartum, I was a hot mess. Sleep deprived. Exhausted. Feeling inept.Continue reading “The Therapy Paradox”