mental-health
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The summer brought financial and personal challenges, leading to a reassessment of body image and a desire to break free from overwhelmed paralysis. Focusing on self-care, establishing routines, and exploring new hobbies, I seek to overcome helplessness and pursue gradual change. Read more
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In this series of posts, I share a powerful insight into my therapy journey, spanning various settings including the military. From initial belief in medication as a fix-all, to the realization of the mask hindering healing, misdiagnoses, and the effects of “the list,” my therapy status is now steadily improving. Read more
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“It is what it is” is used across the world in different cultures. It gives the notion of radical acceptance–a coping mechanism learned in DBT. Adopting the phrase and skill can help to create a more peaceful life. Read more
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Monica embarks on a new beginning at a new school, seeking solace from a troubled past. Lonely and vulnerable, she forms a genuine bond with Veronica. However, feelings of abandonment resurface, leading to a tumultuous emotional breakdown and hospitalization. Read more
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As we age, significant life events and the passage of time shape our perspective. Transitioning from “survival mode” to “living mode” is a journey of self-discovery and healing. Read more
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