recovery
Your illness does not define you. It's your resolve to recover that does.
Why I Had to Hit Rock Bottom to Love Myself
Self-love eluded me for most of my life. Despite my parent's love, I faced relentless bullying at school. As a kid, you pay more attention to your peers. You reason that your parents have to love you, while your peers are more honest.
By Leon Macfayden16 days ago in Psyche
“Life Savings” Has Never Been More Literal. Content Warning.
It’s difficult to imagine the joy, the ability to breathe, that must come from being debt-free. I used to believe that if I simply worked hard enough, I could have that stability and independence one day. Unfortunately, my abuser had other ideas.
By Veronica Wren17 days ago in Psyche
The Depths of Depression
Depression, unlike the more exotic diseases that capture the public’s imagination, is a common, pervasive, and devastating condition that affects millions worldwide. Despite its ubiquity, it remains shrouded in misconceptions and stigma. I know this all too well because I have walked through its dark corridors, grappling with its crippling effects firsthand.
By Waleed Mahmud Tariq20 days ago in Psyche
Laugh Your Way to Mental Wellness: Embracing Mindfulness and Joy
Salutations to all other psyche searchers! We are launching ourselves into the incredibly oddball world of mental health today. As we go through laughing, introspection deeper than a puddle, and all in between, grab your symbolic snorkels.
By Purab Biswas✨ 21 days ago in Psyche
Understanding Neurodiversity: Why We All Connect Differently and Why That's Okay
If you are like me, you are tired of being criticized for not listening, asking too many questions, or double-checking. Many people today still hold incorrect assumptions about ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions, often failing to show empathy and understanding. Instead, we face gaslighting, job loss, and social exclusion. It is time people realized that traditional indicators of listening are not always accurate.
By Sandy Pace 22 days ago in Psyche
Would He Recognize His Own Violence?. Content Warning.
What, exactly, would happen if my former abuser were to stumble upon my anonymous blog about him? It's unlikely, given the digital algorithm he's curated (videos of police chases, supplies for grandiose projects he'll never complete, and degrading porn).
By Veronica Wren22 days ago in Psyche
Life with Bipolar Disorder, NPD, and PTSD. Content Warning.
Living with Bipolar Disorder (BPD) is an emotional rollercoaster. My moods swing from the dizzying heights of mania to the suffocating depths of depression, often without warning. Adding to this, both my husband Nick and I have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which brings its own set of challenges. Being married to Nick, who also has Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), feels like navigating a minefield while blindfolded.
By Yuley Burrow23 days ago in Psyche
Overcoming Overthinking: A Guide to Trusting Life and Finding Peace
Understanding Perceptions The first thing to realize is that no one truly knows you. Different versions of you exist in everyone’s mind. For instance, someone might watch my videos and think I'm amazing, while another might feel lost because of them. This is because people have different experiences and perceptions of the same person. Similarly, you and your sibling might have completely different views of your mother. Understanding that everyone has their own perception can help you stop overthinking and accept that these are just experiences, not definitive truths.
By Zoriana Demchuk23 days ago in Psyche
Top 10 Strategies for Effective Stress Management. AI-Generated.
Stress. It's a four-letter word that can wreak havoc on our physical and mental well-being. Deadlines loom, worries pile up, and our bodies respond with a surge of hormones that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and drained.
By Sherif Saad28 days ago in Psyche