My Therapist Tried to Give Me Carrots: A Reflection on Mental Health
On therapy, medication, and silencing shame.
Topic: stigma
Stability, Strength, and Schizophrenia
This isn’t me saying that having schizophrenia is a gift, but it doesn't have to always be bad.
Hurting and Healing in the Church
Maybe you need counseling or relationships or medication. Maybe you need all of these things combined.
Men’s Mental Health Month: Finding Strength In Asking For Help
When it comes to mental health, especially depression, men statistically are far less likely to let it be known when they are struggling, and even less likely to reach out for help.
Stigma Almost Took My Life
Seeking help for mental illness doesn’t have to be shrouded by deafening silence and a thick veil of shame.
Black and White 4.0
These statements, to us, are not up for debate when it comes to you and your mental well-being. These statements are truths that we believe apply to you despite what society or your mental illness might try to convince you of.
It’s OK To Be Hurting
I haven’t wanted to injure in almost a decade. But due to the pandemic and the restrictions, so many of the other coping mechanisms I’ve learned to use haven’t been available.
I Was Afraid Asking for Help Would Make Me Look Weak
My best advice for you is to ask for help.
Thoughts On Stigma: Don’t Underestimate How Big Of A Deal Survival Is
Stigma hasn’t killed me yet, and that has to count for something.
Sometimes We Don’t Show Concern Until It’s Too Late
In life, there are often times when we don’t always know what to do or say.
Living With Borderline Personality Disorder
Manipulative. Self-destructive. Unstable. Selfish. Untreatable.
Hope Is Universal and Help Should Be Too
I wish that when you look to TWLOHA for hope, you find the support you need, you find a voice on the other end that hears you, a voice that sees you, one that’s there to hold hope for you.
