I would like to note that the following post was inspired by I Swear written by the amazing Walker Karraa, founder of Stigmama. Fuck Stigma Fuck your glorified concept of normal Fuck your ignorance and pity Fuck the idea it is all in my head Fuck just “getting over it” Fuck Stigma Fuck your … Continue reading #f*ckstigma
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I am not a Second-Class Citizen
My name is a Lauren. I am a work-at home mom of two beautiful, happy boys. I have been with my husband for almost 5 years, married to him for 3 of them. I volunteer twice a week to a local café which is run by a nonprofit. I recently joined the local roller derby … Continue reading I am not a Second-Class Citizen
The Silent Fighters
Since it is Mental Health Awareness Week, I am sure we will hear all the ways to fight stigma and about the most vocal stigma fighters. And I believe, rightfully so, these people deserve their recognition. However they are not my focus for this post. I want to recognize and thank the silent fighters. I … Continue reading The Silent Fighters
Lauren Kocher 