Some of the lowest points of my life looked completely normal from the outside. I still smiled and showed up to things. I tried to act like everything was okay. Meanwhile, I was exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected from myself, and terrified…
I’m Not Lazy, I’m Depressed
“Lazy.” That was the word I used to use for myself. Lazy for missing assignments, staying in bed too long, and falling behind in college classes I genuinely cared about. Lazy for ignoring emails I desperately wanted to answer and…
Beyond the Rain Cloud: Understanding Depression and Hope
I don’t remember the first time I felt depressed. There wasn’t a dramatic moment or a breakdown. There was just a slow, quiet loss of joy, of energy, of hope… until one day I realized that I couldn’t remember what…
Valentine’s Day and the Gift of Self-Compassion
Happy Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day can remind us to not only share love with others, but also to slow down and show ourselves love through self-compassion. Simply defined, self-compassion means treating yourself with the same love and kindness you would…
Taking Pressure Off Of New Year’s
It’s hard to believe that 2024 is already over. Like many of you, this brings up mixed feelings for me. Most years, I have approached this holiday with a lot of dread. However, this year I am mainly feeling gratitude…
Eating Disorders and the Holiday Season
Since we are going into the holidays, and it’s all about food, let’s talk about how to be eating disorder friendly this season. If you’re thinking that you don’t know anyone with an eating disorder, don’t stop reading yet. First,…