Latest Stories

Most recently published stories in Psyche.

A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
We all know the origins of the phrase "a wolf in sheep's clothing." The story goes, a wolf decides to dress up as a sheep to get closer to its prey without being noticed by the herder. Every time the sheep herder leaves, the wolf eats the sheep. The wolf's plan backfires when there are no more sheep left and the herder discovers the wolf and kills it for dinner. In today's society, the phrase is commonly related to deceitful individuals who mimic their target in order to get in close proximity and attack at the first available opportunity. This can not only be applied to physical people, but to mental illnesses as well.
By Cory Garner8 years ago in Psyche
Depression
Depression is a crippling mental disorder. Don’t let anyone say otherwise. True, the old adage is that if you can’t see the pain, as in physical, then it doesn’t count. That is completely wrong.
By James Roller8 years ago in Psyche
My Life’s Work is Similar to that of Edgar Cayce
I might be like Edgar Cayce, able to give good readings in trance. But I have limitations, unlike him. I have schizophrenia and need to take medication for it. I have to be medication consistent. Unfortunately, some people seem to get their panties in a bunch about my medication needs. I have to set limits on how many readings I would do in one day, if I get properly trained. He gave a lot of information out about how to use psychic talent, how to discover your purpose in life, and a lot of holistic health information.
By Iria Vasquez-Paez8 years ago in Psyche
Mental Health and Why You Don't Care
Stuart Semple had a near-death experience at the age of 19 while studying fine-art; this led to severe PTSD and a debilitating anxiety disorder. And yet, he has gone on to have a successful artistic career spanning over 13 years with over 15 solo exhibitions.
By iris georgie8 years ago in Psyche
Bell's "Let's Talk" Campaign Puts a Much Needed Face on Mental Health Awareness
One thing that I've noticed about every job that I've held is the measure of intolerance that exists in today's workplace towards people who are diagnosed with a mental illness. The unfortunate truth is that mental health issues aren’t given the same consideration that other medical conditions are given in today's world. I honestly can’t even count how many times I've heard co-workers make remarks such as "ADHD is nothing but an excuse."
By S P8 years ago in Psyche
An Open Diary
Dear Diary This past week has been quite complicated. I have fallen in a hole I am not sure I can climb out of but I will try.
By Kendra Town8 years ago in Psyche
Face the Giant Maverick of Emotions
Maverick waves are huge. The blue skyline is beautiful with the white clouds over head. Emotions are many times like the Maverick waves. The white caps come crashing down, you can sink below to the bottom of the ocean and be dragged along the bottom, and skid across the sandy shore. I remember the one day I tried to learn to surf the waves. I never made it up long enough because the water came rushing my way and dragged me in the undertow to the bottom of the ocean.
By Mattie M.8 years ago in Psyche
Don't Let Your Disease Affect More Than It Has To
I've been sick since the day I entered this world. So sick, in fact, that the doctors told my parents not to expect me to live past the age of five. I'll turn 40 in less than three weeks and I've had my good times and more than one person's share of bad times.
By Jason Tully8 years ago in Psyche
Crack the </Code> for... Anxiety
I am not a doctor by any means. I can't cure your anxiety, but I can help you manage the symptoms to the point where it becomes second nature.
By Siobhan Eryn8 years ago in Psyche
Being Lost
Even at the age of 15, I have discovered the ins and outs of life. Maybe not the world of adult responsibilities and struggles but human struggles. Real human emotions and mindsets that we all go through, some worse than others.
By Juliet8 years ago in Psyche
Living With an Anxious Mind
Decisions, decisions. That's all I've ever had to make since my high school days. What subjects do you want to take? Where do you want to go to university? What job are you going to get? Are you not going to start thinking about an internship? Or a career? Or a house? Or a boyfriend?
By Emily P8 years ago in Psyche
Body Image
3:07 and I can't sleep. Once again, it's because I am now so aware of when I am avoiding something and my spirit does not rest until I deal with it. In this case, it's because I've been avoiding writing about this topic, but here goes nothing—no class tomorrow anyway, so I can sleep in.
By Yedzayi Nenjerama8 years ago in Psyche