Money Does Not Prevent Depression — But It Probably Makes It Easier To Survive
I have a pranic healer.
Why Reaching Out To Mentally Ill Friends Is Complicated
It’s kind of like telling someone “If you’re hungry, come over for dinner.”
Feeling Depressed Is Different Than Being Depressed
No matter how much I denied it, it was obvious that I was depressed.
Life With Bipolar Disorder: What It’s Like To Love In A World Of Fire And Ice
Most people suffering from bipolar disorder think we’re fine — better than fine, super fine.
How Your Gut Bacteria Is Affecting Your Weight, Mental Health And Immunity
They call it a ‘gut feeling’ for a reason…
What If I’m Not The “Right” Kind Of Mentally Ill?
From Twitter hashtags to celebrity interviews, mental illness is having a cultural moment.
4 Ways Practicing Mindfulness Can Improve Your Mental Health
Is mindfulness just another trend, or could it actually have the power to change your life?
What Living With Borderline Personality Disorder Feels Like
I’m taking a deep breath and telling the truth now.
How Making The Bed Helps Me Cope With My Depression
There are days when getting out of bed takes grit.
How To Hack Your Own Body To Stop Anxiety In Its Tracks
Add these tips to your toolbox, and your next panic attack won’t stand a chance.
My Chronic Illness Left Me Broke And Homeless
Most days I just lie in my backseat, too overwhelmed with pain to do anything else.
I Dress Loudly And My Hair’s Blue. Why Do I Feel Invisible?
Do I think I’m invisible because I’m depressed, or am I genuinely being ignored? What’s a real feeling and what’s the disease?
Why Men’s Depression So Often Looks Like Anger
Rage can be a defense against feeling needy or helpless in a society that shames men for showing emotional vulnerability.
Women Reveal The Struggle Of Living With Sex Addiction
“I have to actively stop myself from having affairs. I fail a lot.”
DIY Antidepressants: Can You Feel Better Without Pharmaceuticals?
Here’s how to trick your brain into producing more happy chemicals.
Here’s Why Everything You’ve Ever Been Told About Depression Could Be Wrong
Is it time to tell ourselves a new story about depression?
This Is How You Love Someone With A Mental Illness
We’re easy to love on our good days, and almost impossible to love on our bad days; but that doesn’t make us unloveable.
I Write Advice About Dealing With Depression, But I Actually Suck At It
They say the truth will set you free.
Finding Joy In Life After Being Diagnosed With Stage 4 Breast Cancer
It was the worst best thing that ever happened to me.
When You Feel Like You’re Falling Apart, You’re Not Alone
It’s totally okay, and necessary, to push pause sometimes.
How Mental Health Stigma Almost Killed Me
Every day was a struggle to get up and go to class. I found no meaning in anything I did.
A Living Nightmare: This Is What Dissociation Feels Like
Imagine drowning and not being able to fight back.
Always Emotional? You Might Have This Mental Health Condition
What’s the difference between moodiness and mental illness?
