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A solid support system is invaluable for one's recovery from psychiatric illness and mental health issues.

The ‘Resurrection Stone’ of Self-Compassion: How to Talk to Past-You
Think back to the most cringe-worthy version of yourself—the one with questionable haircuts, bad crushes, and a staggering lack of life experience. Now imagine if that younger you appeared in front of you right now. Would you:
By Just One of Those Things8 months ago in Psyche
The ‘Respawn Point’ Guide to Bad Mental Health Days
We’ve all been there—staring at the ceiling at 3 PM, wondering how basic human functions suddenly feel like expert-level tasks. The mental to-do list mocks you, motivation has glitched out of existence, and even your sweatpants feel like too much commitment. This isn’t just a bad day; it’s your brain blue-screening.
By Just One of Those Things8 months ago in Psyche
Psychiatry as a Silencing Tool:. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
By Lydia Sage This is the third entry in my ongoing series on institutional betrayal, medical gaslighting, and my fight against attempts to silence me.
By Lydia Sage8 months ago in Psyche
How to Turn Your Anxiety Into a ‘Dragon’ You Can Ride
Anxiety isn’t some pesky garden snake you can ignore—it’s a full-grown, fire-breathing dragon that either torches your village or becomes your most powerful mount. The difference? Whether you’re running from it or learning to saddle up.
By Just One of Those Things8 months ago in Psyche
💭 Running in the Rain with a Stranger Who Knows Your Secrets
You wake up breathless. Heart thudding. The sheets are tangled. Your skin feels damp, like the rain never left. You just came out of a dream that didn’t feel like fiction. It felt like memory. Like something important happened while you were asleep, and now it’s tugging at you, begging to be understood.
By Ojo8 months ago in Psyche
The ‘Wingardium Leviosa’ of Anxiety: How to Lighten Your Mental Load
Anxiety is the overachieving Hufflepuff of mental states—it works too hard, cares too much, and won’t stop reorganizing your thoughts like a library on the verge of collapse. But what if you could wave a metaphorical wand and float those worries away?
By Just One of Those Things8 months ago in Psyche
What If Your ADHD Brain is Just a Wizard with Too Many Spells to Cast?
Imagine your mind as a wizard’s tower—not one of those tidy, Hogwarts-style affairs with neatly labeled potion bottles, but more like a chaotic arcane library where spellbooks float mid-air, portals to random dimensions keep opening, and your familiar (re: your last functional brain cell) is currently MIA because it got distracted by a shiny rock.
By Just One of Those Things8 months ago in Psyche
“Healing Isn’t Always Beautiful — Sometimes, It’s Just Surviving the Day”
When we talk about healing, we often imagine something poetic. Sunsets. Yoga mats. Journals filled with affirmations. Deep breaths. Peace.
By Irfan Ali8 months ago in Psyche
How to Survive a Mental Breakdown Alone
I. Introduction You're not weak. You're human. A mental breakdown isn't just stress or sadness. It's a full-body shutdown - a scream from your nervous system that you can't take it anymore. And if you're living abroad, alone, or without real support, this pain feels like it has no off-switch.
By Dishmi M8 months ago in Psyche
How to Create a Mental Health Emergency Plan Before You Need One
Mental health crises can be sudden, intense, and overwhelming — making it difficult to think clearly or make safe decisions in the moment. That’s why having a mental health emergency plan is not just smart; it’s essential.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Psyche
Why PTSD Isn’t Just a Military Problem: Understanding Civilian PTSD
When people hear the term Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), they often picture a soldier returning from war, haunted by battlefield memories. While PTSD is indeed prevalent among veterans, this common association has unintentionally overshadowed a broader and equally urgent reality: PTSD affects millions of civilians who have never served in the military.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Psyche
Crying Is for Girls: How Brown Boys Are Taught to Shut Down Emotion
If you’re a brown kid, you’ve probably heard it. “Don’t cry. Be strong.” “Stop acting like a girl.” “Boys don’t cry.” It’s subtle, but constant. The message is clear: vulnerability is weakness, and weakness is not for men. Especially not brown men.
By Tavleen Kaur8 months ago in Psyche