Your Stories

Dark Days Are Followed with Bright Ones

Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of anxiety. I had a BAD day yesterday. Full of triggers and wanting to give up. But I fought through and kept my head...

Navigating the Maze of Psychosis

Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of psychosis and suicide. I hope by sharing my experiences with psychosis, I’m able to shine some light on this often misunderstood mental health...

Why 'Are You Enough'?

Recently, someone asked me, “Why do you say ‘you are enough’? What does that even mean?” I thought it was quite interesting. So, I wanted to share the conclusion I...

There Are Good Days Ahead

There are good days ahead. It may not seem like there are good days ahead, but trust me, there are! You just have to keep your head up and put...

Riding the Wave with Me

I’ve found life difficult recently. The realities and uncertainties of the world we live in have felt suffocating. One strategy helping me get through this period is riding the wave....

Brewing Hope: How a Simple Cup of Tea Became My Lifeline

*Thank you to Tamarin of Better Tea Co for allowing us to share this piece. You can see more here.* Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of anxiety. Life in our...

Scary Doesn't Always Mean Bad

Something that has struck me recently is how I always believe that scary means bad. I have been facing a lot of fear-inducing situations: I need an operation, I need...

OCD Can Be Beaten!

Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of OCD. At the age of 14, I got diagnosed with OCD, and at 15, it was classified as severe. Since being diagnosed, I...

Creating a Morning Routine

Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of anxiety and depression. One of the most valuable things that has helped me move from struggling with depression and anxiety to improving my...

How My Animals Saved Me

Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of anxiety. Animals, for as long as I can remember, have always been a passion of mine. They have always been a big part...

One Small Step in Front of the Other

One small step in front of the other, Slowly slowly darling. One small step in the right direction, You are moving forward. One small step away from the darkness, Slowly...

Change - It's Inevitable

Lately, I’ve been going through a lot of changes in my life and it hasn’t been easy, to say the least. There’s been mistakes I’ve made, things I’ve said that...

Mental Health Isn't a One-Size Fits All

Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of anxiety. A big part of struggling with my mental health stemmed from feeling as though my problems weren’t valid enough to talk about,...

The Tunnel

Sometimes it may seem as if we are walking down a never-ending tunnel. The first step into that tunnel can be the most daunting, you’re stepping out of your comfort...

Outliving Depression

I’m not saying it’s easy or that once you are in a good place you will stay there but there is always hope.

She's Back

Trigger warning: this piece discusses themes of panic attacks. There she goes again She’s back there Back lying on the floor Eyes dry from crying Chest heavy from the weight...

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "there are people who care, and can see situations from a different perspective that you can't yet. Lauren."

The Importance of Support Networks

What changed was having my support network guide me. I leaned on them as they did to me too, and we got each other through it.

Green background with black writing that reads: "what do you do that helps when you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed?"

What Helps You When You're Feeling Anxious or Overwhelmed? Tips Shared by YOU!

All of you shared so many wonderful things that we wanted to share them with you

Purple background with black writing that reads: "the best way to deal with it is to simply ride the waves and see where it goes. Claudia."

Change

1 comment

I know change is hard and scary, but it’s something we all experience.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "just because it's happening slowly, doesn't mean it's not happening."

Positive Affirmations and Mantra as Shared by YOU!

We’re sharing some of these in the hopes that you may also find them hopeful and help you through challenging times.

Green background with black writing that reads: "keep fighting those thoughts. Try and nail in some good ones! Zara."

Those Negative Thoughts

Maybe write some affirmations on a sticky note and stick them where you’ll see them!

Purple background with black writing that reads: "you deserve to experience joy, comfort and peace. Ellen."

Small Steps Forward

Ask yourself, ‘Is this in alignment with the quality of life I want?’

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "I'm so glad you're here with us today! It wouldn't be the same without you. Zara."

It's Your Birthday!

Enjoy your day as much as possible. Spend time with those you love.

Green background with black writing that reads: "I'm proud of who I am and who I'm becoming. Madeline."

Finding Hope and Meaning With Schizoaffective Disorder

You can still live a rich and meaningful life. You can find things to hold on for.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "this is the battle; not for just survival, but for life. Lexi."

Surviving or Living? A Survivor's Complicated Relationship with Dissociation

There’s so much to learn and discover, so much I’ve not tasted or touched, and I get to be excited by that prospect.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "my piece of hope is don't be afraid to face those pains, resist the urge to ignore and cover. Mary T."

Past Pain, Present Problems

We are all far from the perfect standard, remember that when, like me, you find yourself triggered by someone else's comment.

Green background with black writing that reads: "you'll do something amazing. Because you're an amazing human being! Keep fighting! Zara."

Today is a New Opportunity

Today is a great opportunity to keep fighting. You’re one day closer to winning your battle.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "there's always hope for what lies ahead, no matter your past experiences. Clare."

No Matter the Past

Because I reached out, I didn’t get to the point of experiencing thoughts of suicide and self-harm.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "you deserve to receive help, be listened to, and be cared for. Ellen."

The World Can Be a Scary Place

One sentence of vulnerability could be all it takes to feel a little lighter.

Green background with black writing that reads: "please be patient with your friend, spouse, co-worker, acquaintance, etc, and remind them that you are there to listen. Adrianna Rangel."

Borderline Personality Disorder and Ruminating Thoughts

If you know anyone who suffers from BPD and experiences ruminating thoughts, please understand it's not their fault, and they can't “just stop thinking about it."

Purple background with black writing that reads: "who knows what today will bring? All you got to do is get up. Zara."

Is It Hard to Get Up?

There are so many possible things. And in one day!

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "I want everyone who is struggling to carry on to know, your wishes can come true, too. Beth."

Wishes Do Come True

This is how I learned, and is why you should not listen to what your mental illnesses are telling you.

Green background with black writing that reads: "the change is not one of magnitude. It is slow, gradual, beautiful and full of blossoming new life. Aimee."

Find Spring

Maybe you’re a bit like me. Swinging between winter and summer, let me encourage you to find spring within it all.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "I'm willing to try and get better. Because I now know that I matter. And you do too! Zara."

If I Can Do it, You Can Do it, Too!

And I will continue saying it even after you start believing. Because it’s SO true. You matter. I matter.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "remember, it's okay to have hard days. Lauren."

Finding Your Passion in the Hard Moments

Every time I think, ‘I can’t be bothered,’ I remember how future Lauren will feel knowing there is less to do.

Green background with black writing that reads: "you, my friend, are a needed light in the darkness. Mary T."

You are a Needed Light in the Darkness

I had to keep pushing forward to help encourage others to see their value too.

Purple background with black writing that reads: "a few years ago, I was diagnosed with a mental illness. Finding this out changed my life. Amelia Pink."

Your Diagnosis Doesn't Define You

1 comment

It’s incredibly easy to feel like you are an issue or a burden but being diagnosed is meant to do the opposite.

Yellow background with black writing that reads: "take a moment to appreciate that all your hard work has led you to where you are now. Claudia."

Imposter Syndrome

If you’re like me, you may have experienced what is known as imposter syndrome. This isn’t an official condition, however, it’s a term you may be familiar with. Imposter syndrome...