Mental health
Love & Play: A Personal Reflection
Growing up, I thought love was about getting things right. Saying the perfect words, showing up in the right way, knowing how to navigate emotions
Mental health
A broad space for all things mental health—from common struggles to big questions about how we cope, connect, and grow.
Mental health
Facing Wildfires and Mental Health Challenges Together
Wildfires, like the ones sweeping through California right now, bring chaos, fear, and uncertainty. If you’re already dealing with mental health struggles, this can feel
Mental health
The Power of Visual Prompts in Therapy: How “Parts in Me” and “Emotions in Time” Came to Life
Therapy is often viewed as a space for dialogue—a meeting of minds where healing emerges through conversation. But what happens when words don’t come easily?
Family
Essential Tools for Navigating Holiday Interactions with Ease
The holiday season brings together loved ones, creating opportunities for joyful memories and cherished traditions. However, these gatherings can sometimes bring stress, tension, and emotional
Family
Facing Family Dynamics with Compassion and Boundaries This Holiday Season
The holiday season can be a time of warmth and joy, but it can also bring up challenging family dynamics. Whether it’s that one relative
Disability & Accessibility
Disability and Identity: Contradictions and Coexistence of Thoughts
Disability and identity are deeply intertwined, often in ways that spark conflicting thoughts and emotions. The internal dialogue surrounding these concepts can be complex, as
Creative Writing & Self-Expression
Seeking Validation in a World That Doesn’t Understand My Disability
It’s been over a year since I’ve been able to walk unaided. For short distances, I rely on two walking canes, but for almost everything
Guides & Tips
7 Self Care Tools You Can Use at Home (Even When You Don’t Want to Leave Bed)
Some days, getting out of bed and actively working on your mental health feels impossible. But self-care doesn’t always require big moves—sometimes, the smallest actions
Confidence & Self-Worth
Self-Care: Why It Should Be a Daily Practice, Not an Emergency Procedure
Let’s be real: most of us treat self-care like that fire extinguisher we keep in the corner—important, but only when things are really on fire.
Entertainment & Media
Next to Normal Review: A Shattering Exploration of Grief, Mental Illness, and Acceptance
I recently had the privilege of flying to London to catch one of the final performances of Next to Normal in the west end. After
