Bad habits
Mistaken Heart
A time away and a tug at the heart causes it to beep. Having our own path to take, I focus on me and growing beyond belief. Practicing teachings and taking care of the inner child that is within. Love I tried to experience and it crumbled to pieces. I ventured to different lands in search for hope and peace, only to find trauma and scars that will forever run deep. As I struggle to heal and build new walls, I focus to protect that inner child that never got the love he deserved.
By The Kind Quill3 years ago in Confessions
Survival
It’s never easy for me I will never understand the experience I had to endure in fucking Ohio. The day I landed there I had a bad feeling. I tried to give Lisa the benefit of the doubt it didn’t work out that way. She was as always disappointing. I don’t know if I can trust her to send my medicine through the mail as promised. But at this point, I’m just desperate to be home with my husband. If she doesn’t disappoint me with this then maybe all hope isn’t lost. But I’m not holding my breath. It’s been one day since she didn’t check on me though I wasn’t excepting it.
By Emily Curry (Rising Phoenix)3 years ago in Confessions
Overcoming Loneliness: Strategies for Improving Mental and Physical Health
Loneliness is a complex and often misunderstood emotion that affects individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Although being alone may not necessarily lead to feelings of loneliness, it is often associated with feelings of isolation and disconnection from others.
By ansam yousry3 years ago in Confessions
What are the signs of depression in men?
When it comes to signs of depression in men, they can be similar to those seen in women but can also present differently. While men are not exempt from feeling down and depressed, they often experience depression in different ways than women. As such, it is important to recognize the signs of depression in men in order to get them the help they need.
By jai singh rajput3 years ago in Confessions
Exploits of the Young & Shameless
"...but is it wrong to think oneself a god walking among mere mortals?" Strange question to be asked while standing in a smoky bathroom queue in northern California, the inflection hanging heavy in the air right in front of my cheap beer buzz grin. I examined her discreetly; her features were aged but I knew she was probably no more than forty, mouth puckered 'round the edges from too many cigarettes, too much sordid head-giving. Eyes of frosted gray glass encircled by crow's feet and bags of swollen purple, caked with drugstore foundation. These eyes I looked into as I smiled sincerely and rolled her question around my intoxicated mind.
By Aryca Hillary3 years ago in Confessions
Breaking the Cycle: A Guide to Overcoming Addiction
How do you describe Addiction? Addiction is a complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It is defined as a persistent and compulsive use of a substance or engagement in a behavior despite the negative consequences it may cause. Addictive substances and behaviors can include drugs, alcohol, nicotine, gambling, food, sex, and the internet, among others.
By Peter Hails3 years ago in Confessions
LOST IN FOREVER
What will you want to be when you grow up my son said papa, I want to be as famous a brother Jason on the big TV screen singing to all the amazing people in the world I said. Well!, papa exclamatory said with a worried face the oblivion factor of the shining stars in the universe about the sudden arrival of the sun makes them twinkle with a big smile.
By RayPatson3 years ago in Confessions
The One Where Monique Takes Up “Running”
I have decided to take up running. Not for fitness, but instead for, get this... "relaxation." So yesterday I laced up my running shoes, threw on my headphones and set off down the road. One foot after the other, the picture of athleticism. I was speed, I was grace, I was hyperventilating? Less than 30 seconds in and I can't get enough air into my lungs. What is going on?! I am running downhill!! Can I really be this unfit?! I stop. "Relax..." Perhaps warming up will make a difference? "Breathe in..." I can't catch my breath! Maybe a different playlist? "Breathe out..." My heart is racing! This is supposed to be RELAXING!! "Inner peace..." New tactic: walk up the hills, "Find your flow..." jog down them. My lunges are on fire! I try breathing through my nose. "Pathetic..." I try breathing through my mouth. "Useless..." This is how I am going to die! "Weak..." In through my nose, out through my mouth. "GO BACK!!" I can see the yard. "Do not STOP until you get there!!" I made it, I didn't stop. "Failure..." I lift weights until my limbs are shaking as penance for my attempt. So much for relaxation.
By Monique Molnar3 years ago in Confessions






