stigma
People with mental illness represent one of the most deeply stigmatized groups in our culture. Learn more about it here.
Writer's Block. Content Warning.
I have been struggling with writer's block for a few months now, but the last 2 months have been worse than normal. I know that I have been having a lot of emotions, and that I try to avoid the intense emotions, but today in therapy, my therapist asked me if I wanted the things that have happened to be my fault.
By The Schizophrenic Mom2 years ago in Psyche
Last Night I Went To See Take That And Olly Murs: A Mental Health Account, Part Two.. Content Warning.
This is my second part about my night seeing Take That and Olly Murs. In this article I want to talk about the pyrotechnics which involves the use of fire, or fireworks.
By Carol Ann Townend2 years ago in Psyche
How My Life’s Purpose to Have an Unbreakable Heart Left Me Broken in Life
Ever noticed how people who are afraid of having their heart broken often end up feeling broken? Until recently, that was the case for me anyway. I was always striving to have an unbreakable heart — but never quite succeeded. What did it mean for me to “have an unbreakable heart”? For one, it meant that I was always trying to protect my heart from everything and everyone. I thought I could achieve that by not letting anything or anyone in. You’ve probably heard about the concept of “building walls around your heart”. That’s what I was doing. I built high, wide, fortified walls around my heart — walls that would even make the Great Wall of China look small.
By Unbreakable Heart2 years ago in Psyche
The Problem with Autism
Last year, at the age of forty-eight, I discovered that I have autism. While it explains some of the difficulties I’ve had in life relating to people, especially my father, and my low tolerance for sensory overload, I have struggled to accept the label: autistic.
By Skye Bothma2 years ago in Psyche
An autistic meltdown is not a temper tantrum
April is World Autism Month - a month to increase understanding of autism spectrum disorder, and work together to end the stigma and discrimination that many autistic people face. In Canada, an estimated one of fifty youth have been diagnosed with autism. It's important to remember that autism is a spectrum disorder. This means that individual needs vary among those living with it, and no two autistic people are the same. Where one person might show competency in verbal communication, another may rely on communication devices such as apps or drawings.
By Antiquity Anecdotes2 years ago in Psyche
The Wise Man: Navigating Life with Knowledge and Insight
Introduction to the Concept of the Wise Man In a world filled with complexity and uncertainty, the figure of the wise man stands out as a beacon of guidance and understanding. But what exactly defines a wise man? How does one embody wisdom in their daily life? Let's delve into the essence of wisdom and explore how it shapes our existence.
By quizat karim2 years ago in Psyche
