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Here Again
Sweating, my hand gripped the rail as I dragged each foot up another step. I didn't realise how many I would have to climb; regardless, a mild calmness seeped through me as I knew what was awaiting me at the top. Slamming my hands on the door handles, I pulled them open to breathe the crisp morning air. My mind was caught up in the serenity of the dawn, the enchanting purple streaks across the waking sky, the peek of the sun’s glowing face over the horizon. My eyes closed, taking it all in, arms outstretched to welcome the new day, content that it would be my last. A flock of birds flew past, screeching and disrupting my morning welcome. I opened my eyes and sighed in mild annoyance, only then acknowledging the figure peering over the roof’s ledge.
By Gaia Fahed4 years ago in Psyche
Writer on the Storm
I always viewed myself as a looker-in standing on a bubble that is human society, an entity kept out because unable to break the tension on the surface. Growing up, there were no friends, no mutual bonding with anyone except sporadically with one of my brothers. From the time I began to mature, others viewing me being ultra-aware in the current situation but looking straight ahead, looking to them too self-important to interact with them labeled me as a snob and more. To make it worse, I have extremely broad shoulders and a stiff way of walking which along with the just described demeanor makes many read me as wishing to project a tough-guy image. Stiff, shrinking inwardly, avoiding contact - Yet considered a challenge to others' well-being. Any who would initiate a conversation were met with stammering or silence. They quickly backed away. The times I screwed up the courage to act normal the result was wildly inappropriate - words and behavior-wise. How I got inside the bubble makes for a long and twisted tale.
By Charles Turner4 years ago in Psyche
My mental health breakdown & recovery journey
I remember, back in 2015, when it feels too hard to do anything. Everything seemed too stressful at that time. Waking up, eating, working, exercising, doing dishes, or even going to bed… Anytime I had to expend any effort (physically or mentally), it was like a big wave of “please no, I don’t want to, I can’t”.
By Hamza El Bouzekraoui4 years ago in Psyche
Yoga for Grief
We suffer because we want things to be other than they are. Grief is a normal and natural process after experiencing the loss of someone or something significant. Each person grieves differently, depending on their personality, life experience, and coping skills. But all people will experience grief at some point in their lives. Yoga can help one to get a handle on healing.
By Bridget Vaughn4 years ago in Psyche
What No One Tells You About Weight Restoration in ED Recovery
Content warning: Eating disorder, weight gain, body image, mental health. This is my personal experience and by no means the experience of everyone healing from an eating disorder. Please click away if it triggers thoughts that are not conducive to recovery.
By Maya Strong4 years ago in Psyche
Manifestation days
Ever wake up in the morning with that feeling of what am I going to do today, there’s a million thoughts running through your mind at the same time. The thought of wanting to go to the Home Depot and get a generator, a big water tank, some cleaning products, a few rags, and some rubber bins to store the rags/brushes. Load the truck/car now I’m ready for that line at the flea market on the weekends to open my own car washing business self investment through thought is only part of the process. Yea we can all think of getting to the money and touching a lot of it but what are we going to do in order to truly get there. To get some where you never been you truly have to do something you have never done. Personally I like to plan short term goals within thirty to ninety days after fulfilling all of my goals from previous years. There is a feeling left how does one break through all previous limitations.
By Kevin Cintron 4 years ago in Psyche
How long can you live in Sober Living in Franklin, NJ
Sober living facilities are a great option for people who are in the throes of addiction. These residences offer a supportive environment where you can make new friends and work on your recovery. Unlike a drug rehab, sober living is not limited to people who have just graduated from rehab. If you have a family, you can even stay in a sober living home while you complete your treatment.
By Anjanette Agar4 years ago in Psyche
Why Facebook is Toxic for Your Mental Health
Facebook is an unavoidable part of modern life. It's a place where people share their feelings, opinions, and everything in between with the world. Unfortunately, it is a toxic place for your mental health. Facebook has been found to lead to a decrease in self-esteem and self-confidence and feed into anxiety and depression.
By Matthew Angelo4 years ago in Psyche
Warning Signs Of Adolescent Depression
We are all concerned about the health of our children from the moment that they emerge into the world, but an overlooked aspect of their health could turn out to be one of the biggest factors. A child’s mental health, and, later in life, an adolescent’s mental health,have huge effects on the way that our children and teens live. Problems like depression can affect the quality of life for your adolescent, and can even affect their physical health.
By kavinda ranabahu4 years ago in Psyche
Six Lifestyle Changes for Coping With Depression & Anxiety.
When symptoms of depression or anxiety become too much, we visit a doctor. A general practitioner may make general health and lifestyle suggestions, though rarely dig deeper into your diet, exercise, interests, or personal and work relationships, including your connection with devices.
By writemindmatters4 years ago in Psyche
