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Mental Health Month: The Repercussions of Living in “Another Dimension”
I’m staying with the theme of Mental Health Month! Today I wanted to touch base on a topic that I didn’t have to do much research on. My mind has been very fuzzy lately and I haven’t been able to concentrate at all so research wasn’t in the cards for me. My topic this week is, “Repercussions of Living in Another Dimension.” The reason why is because being in my last relationship was like being in an episode of The Twilight Zone.
By Taylor Hagemann6 years ago in Psyche
Edge of the Abyss
I have spent my entire life fighting with anxiety, depression and PTSD. One thing I have discovered, most people do not understand what it is like to live your life behind a mask. Those of us who suffer on a daily basis with mental health issues must wear a mask every single day. We must pretend to be wired the same as the rest of the world in order to succeed in a world that was not designed for us. I am writing a series of short stories illustrating what life is like for me in the hopes that someone benefits from understanding what life is like with mental illness.
By Avery Graycastle6 years ago in Psyche
Let's Talk Anxiety
Before we even dive into this post, I would just like to point out that I love Snapchat filters and how they make me look (please refer to the pics used in this post). So with that being said, LET’S TALK ABOUT MY ANXIETY!!! If you follow me on Instagram, then you know that I have somewhat talked about my anxiety and what (or who) causes it, so today I wanted to talk more about that AND what happens/how I feel when I get anxious.
By Taylor Hagemann6 years ago in Psyche
Laughter
There are times when me or anyone else feels like they are down. Whether due to work, COVID19, or any other situations , there are ways we can cope and heal from it. A lot of people think that medicine heals your body, mind, and spirit but to a point it doesn't. The way we look at things through our eyes see one thing but our body and mind and heart say otherwise. As humans, its ok to feel down but not all the time. Too much negative energy and negative thoughts can impact our spirit and heart. When we think too negative of situations , for example COVID19, it can be hard to find a way to be happy and cope. How we deal with things can affect us. Every time I go grocery shopping, I can see and feel how people are frustrated and anger and sad at the same time. Body language is a key to figuring out how people are feeling. For example, I went to Kroger's few days ago and I looked around. I saw an elderly woman give a nasty look at a mother and child because they were wearing a mask. They were wearing a mask to protect themselves and not get sick from anyone else. I was personally disgusted by that old woman because the mother was protecting her child. Its mothers instinct to protect their young ones. As a mother, I went up to the old lady, 6 ft apart though and wearing a mask, and asked her what is your problem. She gave me a smart statement so I gave her smart statement back. There is no reason for anyone to be like that towards each other. When I got home, i still felt anger and disgusted but I knew down deep in my heart and soul and mind I don't need to be like that. Negative feelings isn't the answer. The answer is...Laughter! So i decided to watch Naked and Afraid on TV. One of the survivalist, Gary Golding, is my favorite. He makes me laugh so much! Especially in his season 9 episode 4 Forbidden Fruit when he was partnered up with Karra. They both made me laugh but Gary is and will always be my favorite. Not only did he make me laugh but he send a very good message... Consume As Little As Possible! It doesn't matter what we all go through...what matters is how we make the most of it by laughter, smiles , and love. Love and Laughter is the best medicine. From my point of view when ever i feel down and I watch Naked and Afraid Gary Golding, it makes me laugh and smile, it truly does make me feel better inside and out! Negative is bad but Positive energy and laughter is better. Too much negativity can make us sick but if we laugh and become a better person then that positive energy can help us. So if we contract COVID19 don't look down at it. Make the most of it and REST! Yes its a difficult situation but if remain positive and make the most of it then we can ALL get through this. There is a certain spark or feeling of laughter that brings smiles on our face and warm feeling inside. Laughter does make you pee if you do laugh too hard for sure. It’s a proven fact. I watched Bad Moms 2 with my man two nights ago and it made me laugh so badly. Especially the male stripper scene made me laugh I tinkled myself. What woman would want wax a mans balls and so forth? Laughter is amazing negativity isn’t. I don’t take my life seriously because we only have one life to live and live it to the fullest. Be Happy and Live Life to Fullest!
By yana reguli6 years ago in Psyche
My life was changed in a day
On Monday 13th May 2019 I was a normal 18 year old student, went out clubbing that night like every other week. On the tuesday I woke up with a splitting headache, I thought it was just a hangover. it was a really sunny day and my friends and I decided to go get a meal deal and sit outside and then head to the library. I found it hard to concentrate and ended up leaving the library as the lights were affecting my vision and my headache was horrendous.
By Isobel Ford6 years ago in Psyche
Mental Health Month: My Mental Health Story
When I was doing research for blog topics, I came across Mental Health American, the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting the overall mental health of all Americans, and their Million In May campaign. The goal for the campaign this year is to encourage as many people to take a free mental health screening and reach one million mental health screenings! May is Mental Health Month so I thought it would be cool if I shared my mental health story with everyone. I have talked about my mental health struggles before, but I don’t think I have gone into very much detail. Opening up about this stuff is kind of scary, but I think it will be worth it.
By Taylor Hagemann6 years ago in Psyche
Society's Impact on Body Image
How often do you scroll through Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, or any other social media platform, and see beautiful women, gorgeous men, and individuals that appear absolutely perfect? For me, it’s daily. As a freelancer and lover of social media, I use my platforms often, and I’ve grown tired of the unrealistic standards society has created. This image that everyone has a perfect life, a rocking body, and a mountain of money is a lie. No one is perfect, not even that Instagram influencer model with the perfect tan, beautiful house, and travel history one dreams of -- she has struggles, worries, and dreams she wishes to achieve just like you and me.
By Shaley Speaks6 years ago in Psyche
Why we should all be going on dates with ourselves
For the past few months I've been seeing someone new. I met her after we discovered our shared interest in poetry. She's loving, kind and caring. She really 'gets me' like no one ever has before. And dates with her have been a breeze.
By Jenny Kavanagh 6 years ago in Psyche
The Pre-COVID Pandemic
Pandemic. The root of such a terrifying word sparks panic, fear of the unknown, the feeling of being out of control. The year of 2020 marked the start of a new decade but also forged a health crisis separate from the pandemic of COVID-19 itself.
By Carissa Nickell6 years ago in Psyche
How Quarantine Affected My Eating Disorder
The first time I thought I took up too much space was when I was nine-years-old. It was silent reading time in Mrs. Boucher's class and children were seated in groups of four. Slouched in my chair, I looked at my stomach rolls in my pink Hollister t-shirt and cleverly placed my book to hide them. That was 15 years ago. I've silently battled eating disorders for eight years.
By Hallie Manchester6 years ago in Psyche
How To Know If You Are Depressed?
We all feel sad or miserable at some point in our lives, but normally these feelings are temporary and leave us as the days go by. Without leaving a greater mark on our path than that of a complicated moment, they can have a reason for being or appear without a reason that justifies their presence.
By Shanu Singh6 years ago in Psyche
