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 outside of the house, I...
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Mental health isn’t just personal—it’s affected by the world around us. Here, we explore how culture, education, work, and society impact our mental well-being.
Understanding Trigger Warnings: What They Are and What They Aren’t
In recent years, “trigger warnings” have become a topic of considerable discussion, especially in the context of mental health, education, and social media. While some see them as essential tools...
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Asking for Help: A Sign of Strength, Not Weakness
In a society that often emphasizes self-reliance and independence, asking for help can sometimes feel like admitting defeat. However, reaching out for support is far from a sign of weakness;...
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Normalizing Not Being Okay
In our fast-paced, achievement-oriented society, there’s an unspoken expectation to always be “okay” – to have our lives together, to stay positive, and to seamlessly juggle all our responsibilities. This...
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Doing Your Best Doesn’t Mean Pushing Yourself to the Point of a Breakdown
In our fast-paced society, the idea of doing our best often comes with an implicit expectation to push ourselves to the brink. We glorify overachievement and celebrate the relentless pursuit...
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The LGBTQ+ Community: Pioneers in Mental Health Awareness for All
The LGBTQ+ community has been a transformative force in the world of mental health awareness, catalyzing change that benefits everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Through activism, resilience,...
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The Power of Validating Emotions
When someone is going through a tough time, one of the most healing things we can offer is validation. Simply acknowledging their feelings and letting them know that it’s okay...
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Communicating Your Needs Without Apology
It’s easy to get caught up in people-pleasing and forget that our needs matter too. This can lead to feelings of resentment and burnout. Learning to communicate what you need...
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Understanding Self-Confidence: A Psychological Perspective (What It Is And How It’s Formed)
Self-confidence is a complex and multifaceted construct that has been studied by psychologists for decades. At its core, self-confidence refers to our belief in our ability to succeed and our...
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Challenges of Siblinghood When One of the Siblings Has a Disability or Mental Health Struggles
Siblings are born to fight and love. When mental health challenges come into play, the battles may seem harder but the love even stronger. The bond between siblings is a...
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Is This Physical or Emotional? Exploring the Mind-Body Connection
For people who suffer from chronic health conditions along with mental conditions, we can find ourselves wondering often which is it – physical or emotional? I know I do it...
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10 Things people living with chronic pain would like you to know
People living with chronic pain want those around them to understand their experience and how it affects their lives. Here’s a list of things we would like you to know:...
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How feminism helps people struggling with chronic pain
Feminism isn’t just about addressing the wage gap or fighting for women’s positions in boardrooms; it’s also deeply concerned with how women’s health issues are perceived and handled within society....
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Feminism and Chronic Pain: Unveiling the Invisible Struggle
Chronic pain, a complex and often debilitating condition, affects millions worldwide. However, not all experiences of chronic pain are the same; through the lens of feminism, we can uncover layers...
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Breaking the Chains of Internalized Ableism: Embracing Mobility Aids
Living with a disability can be a journey marked by continuous adaptation and self-awareness, especially when it comes to the use of mobility aids. The decision to use a wheelchair,...
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