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
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Under the grip of Anxiety
First, I want to say I have missed terribly blogging. I have missed the entire blogging community. I have missed the interactions and feedback. Most of all, I have missed the love and friendships. This is why I am telling Anxiety to go fuck itself. Anxiety is what has been holding me back from posting … Continue reading Under the grip of Anxiety
The Awkward Duckling
This weeks post for Bipolar Parenting Project I have always been socially awkward. Shy if you prefer a nicer term I guess. I have always been to the point where I become horribly anxious. The idea of socializing with a room full of strangers makes me sweat and nauseous. Ironically, if you put me up … Continue reading The Awkward Duckling
Lauren Kocher 