Category Archives: Lifestyle Changes
The first thing that comes to my mind? “Just Do It!” Yes, that horrible Nike campaign.
Another lengthy title. Sorry about that. When I was in University every single paper mentioned my being “wordy”–that’s off topic, but a little bit relevant. Or maybe I’m just being wordy. Earlier this week, I write a post “Mental Illness: … Continue reading
I am twenty-seven years old as I write these words. I own my own home and I have a dog I adore. I cook and I clean and I talk to my family on a regular basis.
I try not to ask myself that question to often. But it sort of lurks in the back of my psyche until, finally, I am confronted with it.
Picture “forever” in bold font–picture it bold and neon– flashing like those cheap diner signs offering grilled cheese for $2.50 as you drive past on your way to somewhere else. Somewhere important.
I’m not sure, are you? Ask yourself the loaded question: “I have a mental illness. Am I really sick?”
This is not, in any way, a political statement but–YES, we can! Of course we can accomplish goals when living with a mental illness! Why not? We have brains that work and bodies that move. But it can be difficult. … Continue reading
I could write a million posts (granted my hands might hurt, my head even more) on how frightening life, before being diagnosed with a mental illness, is.
I have an ulterior motive when writing this blog, rather, I need to vent a bit. I write about the importance of a healthy lifestyle within these blogs: food, diet, exercise, medication compliance, staying away from excess alcohol and even … Continue reading
When you are first diagnosed with a mental illness, you are presented with the following information: you will probably have to take psychiatric medication for the rest of your life. For the rest of your life! That’s tough to hear … Continue reading
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