Christmas can be an especially difficult time for those of us struggling with our mental health. Not only does it feel isolating and heart-breaking to be feeling low at the time of year meant for joy and togetherness, the pressure of always having to seem happy can make our mental and emotional state even worse.… Continue reading Self-Care at Christmas
Tag: Depression
Free Depression Resources – Find compassionate resources that support you through the weight of depression. From journaling prompts to low-energy mental health tools, this space brings gentle validation and small steps toward lightening the load.
The “Student Lifestyle” and Mental Health
It’s hard to deny that a big part of university life has become a drinking/drug culture, and even if you’re struggling with your mental health and know that this lifestyle doesn’t help, it is ridiculously easy to get caught up in. Some people might make it look easy to go out most nights a week,… Continue reading The “Student Lifestyle” and Mental Health
Struggles with Identity and Insecurity
I’ve always wanted to think I have a strong sense of self. The truth is, as long as I can remember, I’ve struggled with my identity. Before I even knew what mental illness was, way before I had seen any sort of diagnosis, I vividly remember struggling with ‘who’ I was, and it wasn’t until… Continue reading Struggles with Identity and Insecurity
Group Therapy: First Impressions and Discussions
Nobody wants to end up in group therapy, so the idea of attending my first session last week seemed impossible. All I could imagine beforehand were the awkward introductions and being forced to talk about things I didn’t want to, and I have to admit; the first part of the session really was the anxiety-ridden… Continue reading Group Therapy: First Impressions and Discussions

