Since my sophomore year of college, I have been dealing with bipolar depression and mania. These symptoms and episodes have a way of becoming all-consuming. I've written 2 letters, one to mania and one to depression, to show just how these "friends" of mine have impacted me these past few years. Dear Mania, [...]
With the popularity of the Netflix hit show "13 Reasons Why", viewers have been discussing suicide like never before. Some conversations have been focusing on what could have been done to prevent the character's tragic end. Should someone have seen the signs of a depressed high school girl struggling with mental illness and suicidal [...]
"Wow. That's rough. You'll probably need, like, years of therapy now... HAHAHA!" "Wow. That's rough. You'll probably need, like, years of chemo now... HAHAHA!" "You're depressed? Nah, you don't need a psychiatrist. I get sad sometimes, too." "Your leg is broken? Nah, you [...]
Straight up from my lovely Tinder matches: Let the Tinder Nightmares begin... Welcome to my hell. You're cute. And sassy as hell lol. But for some reason I'm not turned off by it lol (; Yeah. I love Netflix and chill... By myself lol [...]
1. Be direct. Be open. Discuss things or situations clearly with people. CLEARLY... no hidden messages... WITH CLARITY... YA HEAR? 2. In bad situations, consider alternatives?... okay... scratch this one... 3. WERK DEM CONNECTIONS, HONEY. WERK. #Drake 4. Treat yo'self. Self-explanatory... but, if you need help, go on Pinterest [like the dessert [...]
Dancing and creating choreography for a bipolar-inspired dance. Being silly with new friends. 😉 Watching movies... and even the Superbowl... #Panthers ha Trying to get people to participate in recreational therapy i.e. DANCE WITH ME! Teaching myself how to play "House of the Rising Sun" on the keyboard. Talking to [...]
What I want in life: This... an adorable puppy. Omg. Yes, please. 2. A really, really good cry... and a hug. Not cry TOO much, though... 3. Stress management & self-care... learn HOW to RELAXXX... 4. A "don't give up" attitude, despite everything. 5. Some wisdom & wonderful advice. [...]
Inside Out. That is how I feel... as if my emotions are battling with each other for control over my mind... like joy, sadness, anger and disgust are all fighting for exclusive control... Well, I've had enough. I'm taking control, now. Bipolar will have to take a step BACK, because this is MY mind, [...]
OH GAWD, NO. THE PICK UP LINES. Just awkwardness... and miscommunication GALORE. Unless... I guess... you happen to be kinda flawless... or HELLA CONFIDENT. Like, WHERE are you supposed to meet "the one" these days... The club? The bars? Really?? [...]
The Calculating Mind 