Breathe•Move•Speak
I recently read an article about a writer who had to choose between gaining weight or staying sane. In that moment, I wondered whether the weight gain I’ve been experiencing went further than a bad diet. I’ve always been sensitive about my weight. Growing up, I was reminded that I was the fat child. IRead More
This post was supposed to be about World Bipolar Day, but its not. This post is about loss, heartache and longing for rest. If you are an active member in the mental health community, you probably heard that Amy Bleuel passed away on March 23rd. I was angry when I first heard the news. IRead More
I have always wondered why it took so long for professionals to find out what was wrong with me. I was irritable and sensitive, but also experienced episodes of euphoria. At times I wanted to stuff my face, yet there were days when I could hardly get out of bed. There were times when I wantedRead More
This article first appeared on The Mighty If there is one thing I’m really good at, it’s blending in. I walk slowly and speak quietly. I avoid eye contact and sit between strangers so as to never engage in a conversation. I know I hide from the world very well. So I’m not sure howRead More
Has there been a moment when you felt you were losing touch with reality? When what you thought you know gets replaced with verbs and nouns that your brain cannot register? That is how I felt on my last visit with my psychiatrist. I remember sitting in the waiting room and going through exactlyRead More
What To Do When It Happens To You You think it can never happen to you. You take appropriate pictures and post modest statuses. You follow family and friends, as well as the occasional yogi and chef. Your social media presence is boring in your eyes, so surely you are safe from internet trolls right?Read More
