How A New Friend Became A ‘Guiding Light’ In My Grief Journey
My grief journey started shortly after my brother, David, died in 2022. I joined a grief group through an organization that helps grieving family...
How To Avoid Overeating While On Semaglutide
Semaglutide has revolutionized weight loss treatment for many individuals struggling with obesity. This medication works by mimicking a hormone that targets areas of the...
The Truth About Suicide, Addiction And The Light Of The Afterlife
I'm sure you've heard someone mention something negative about those who died by suicide or an overdose.
There's so much judgment laced into these conversations....
A Public Health Crisis: Let’s Talk About Rising Obesity Rates In America
It’s one thing to hear numbers on the obesity rates, but it’s a completely different thing to feel it in your own body, to...
To My Chronically Ill Friends, I’ll Always Love You
I became disabled by chronic illness in 2010 after major leg surgery. My doctor’s theory is that during this traumatic surgery, I had a...
Women’s Mental Health: Tackling Depression, Anxiety And Coping Strategies
As a mental health advocate and professional, I've seen firsthand how the challenges of depression and anxiety hit women hard. We often juggle so...
5 Steps for Cleaning Makeup Brushes
Makeup brushes are essential tools for any beauty enthusiast. While they can help you achieve a flawless look, they may also cause skin problems...
10 Easy Ways to Establish a Peaceful Morning Routine
As a mental health professional, I often emphasize the importance of starting the day with self-care. Prioritizing self-care matters now more than ever because...
Disability Discrimination: Why Aren’t We Doing More?
Imagine being told you’re not disabled enough to receive help. For many, this might seem unimaginable, but for millions of people with disabilities, it’s...
What To Say When They Tell You: “You’re Too Young To Be Sick”
How many chronically ill or sick young adults get the comment, “You’re too young to be dealing with all this!” I’m currently admitted to...
