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Most recently published stories in Psyche.

Depression
For about seven years now I’ve been dealing with depression. Some days are better than others. It is very difficult at times to handle my depression, because I want to be able to control my feelings, and I know at times I can’t.
By Monique B7 years ago in Psyche
The Beauty of Being Both
Everyone has unique and individual ways of recharging their energy. For the longest time, I thought I gained my energy from being around people. I am social, and friendly, I like to hang out, and go on adventures with others. But as I have gotten older and become more aware of my spiritual, mental, and emotional needs, I have realized that I am most fulfilled, and feel the most recharged when I am by myself. There's a certain kind of peace that comes with simply being in your own company—and enjoying it. It wasn't easy for me to get to this mental state. Like I said, I love being around people, and hanging out, so coming to the realization that I even could be alone (and love it!) was pretty astounding. Once I grasped it, though, it became my safe place.
By Raquel Z. Duarte7 years ago in Psyche
Fighting for Myself
Who’s that girl? You know the annoying one who is always smiling and her ponytail is always bopping along so annoying right? Yeah that’s what my good friend said she thought of me before she really knew me and got to know my layers. I am always hiding, hiding behind a fake smile, a mask if you will. It’s so easy too, no one wants to know the depressed anxious girl and deal with all her issues. No one wants to hear anything other than the standard “I’m great!” when they ask how you are doing today. If you said “Actually I really need a friend today” or “I couldn’t sleep all night because I have crippling anxiety,” can you imagine the uncomfortable silence and awkward situation afterwards as the person tries to slowly back up and get away from you? Yeah, no thanks. Fake smile and standard response it is.
By Candy Kelly7 years ago in Psyche
Understanding the Medical Phenomena of War
Many people are not aware of the conditions that can plague a soldier when they return home from war. We should all be aware of these conditions. Doing so will help us to gain a better understanding of what it is our soldiers must deal with once they return home from war.
By Craig Middleton7 years ago in Psyche
Know More About PTSD
Have you ever had something terrify you so bad that you have repeated nightmares about it? Have you ever been in a car accident, where you or others were injured? Have you ever been a victim of a violent crime or a crime that could have become violent? Have you ever been in an abusive relationship? Then you, my friend, are halfway to suffering from PTSD.
By Grace says hello7 years ago in Psyche
Taking Back My Life
First and foremost, you absolutely suck, anxiety. I don't know how you manage to do it, to creep your way into every single empty crevice you can find. But I resent you for it, for learning my every flaw, my every weakness, my every fear, for taking all of those things and exploiting them every single time you lurk and pick around in my brain. I resent you because nothing is mine anymore; not my thoughts, not my actions. Everyday is a never ending cycle, start to finish. It's always a fight with you; from the way I walk, to the way I talk, to keep my head low and eyes on the ground. I even fight you most of the time to simply get out of bed in the morning. Your little whispers in the back of my head always seem to turn to yells, yells that you can never silence, yells that constantly fill me with doubt, frustration, and anger, and most of the time; a full blown panic attack.
By Shaylea7 years ago in Psyche
Suicidal Thoughts May Not Be Wrong
Your suicidal thoughts and feelings may not be “wrong.” Just to preface, I do not condone self harm or abuse in any way shape or form.
By Damien Mercer7 years ago in Psyche
New Year, New Me—Being Healthy Doesn’t Just Mean Being Thin…
January 1, 2018 and life was good. I had just had a great night-out in Clapham with Jane, one of my best friends. We worked together at a large FMCG company, in a team consisting of predominately 40+ males, and we had bonded as 20 somethings trying to navigate our way to success in the early stages of our careers. I was loving my job, and got on well with my colleagues. My personal life was positive: I had a great relationship with my boyfriend, a vast group of friends, and a close relationship with my family, as I was still living at home.
By Obscure Flair7 years ago in Psyche
How My Mental Health Disorders Played a Role in My Addiction
When I was growing up, I always knew deep down that there was something different about me. I never felt like I fully fit in with any of my peers in school, or even my own family members; genuine connections with other people always appeared so unattainable. I began to display unhealthy behaviors and anxieties at a young age, which led to my parents sending me to a variety of therapists and psychiatrists to find an answer or a solution to my problems. At the same time, I also began finding my own solutions. I started to use substances like alcohol or marijuana to “calm my nerves” enough to cope with day to day life.
By Hailey Parks7 years ago in Psyche
I Am Not Defective
For those of you have seen the South Park series, you will know this picture from the episode Up The Down Steroid where Cartman pretends to be mentally disabled to win a $1000 (which he fails of course) in the Special Olympics, while Jimmy takes steroids to up his game. Jimmy finds out that Cartman cheated, but at the same time realized that he cheated himself at the many events and renounces his medal, hoping to complete with honor the next time around.
By Johann Hollar7 years ago in Psyche
Mental Illness
Hello friends! My name is Vin, and welcome to Inside My Mind! This is my first post, so i'm going to address my minds longest, and most dearest resident; my mental illness. Though, this isn't going to be a normal post, so I hope you enjoy.
By beepboop7 years ago in Psyche
Why Are We So Emotional?
You can live a healthy and happy life, but you must first realize that your priorities need to match your intentions. Let's start by talking about emotions, and how they effect our motivation.
By CoachTKnee® 7 years ago in Psyche