If there's one thing that truly gets under my skin, it's the misinformation that exists at large about intentional weight loss. I grew up in the late 80s straight on through the 90s. I am a product of Slim Fast, Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, Jane Fonda, Richard Simmons ads. I will never forget the amount... Continue Reading →
Today I'm sharing my thoughts on dealing with mental health and chronic illness. Finding support and balance is not always easy and you are not alone. My Arthritis Story - https://bit.ly/3fqzjBq Mental Health Awareness Month - https://bit.ly/2S0PHjM National Suicide Prevention Hotline - (800) 273-8255 Chat Line - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ National Institute of Mental Health - https://www.nimh.nih.gov/... Continue Reading →
If there ever was a time in our lives where many are opening up about their trauma and their healing; it is now. And I've got to say, it's been refreshing to see a generation of people willing to be transparent about the things so many of us have experienced. Trauma can be physical, mental... Continue Reading →
Mental Health Awareness month comes around every year in May; but as far as I'm concerned mental health awareness is EVERY DAY. Hi, my name is Alicia and I am a mental health patient. I've shared very openly on this blog about my journey with mental health and you can check it out here. Why... Continue Reading →
Regression is the ultimate taboo in any type of recovery journey; at least that's what it can feel like. However, regression or relapse can be more common than you think. Hence, the need to have an open and candid conversation about it. Regression Defined Regression: noun - a return to a former or less developed... Continue Reading →
Yes you guys, 2019 is rapidly coming to an end. It is that time of the year! Most people are over the year, looking forward to a new year to start fresh and anew. While that's the narrative of most people, it's definitely not mine. 2019 was full of ups and downs just like any... Continue Reading →
When we experience trauma in our lives whether emotionally,mentally or physically; somewhere in our minds we have the desire to get over or to heal from said trauma. Self help books, talk show therapists and self proclaimed gurus alike often tell us that we can get over our pain. And they are correct, we can... Continue Reading →
Anxiety is a word that I hear used often in daily conversation. There isn't a day that when I am in conversation, or scrolling social media that the topic of anxiety doesn't come up. Anxiety Defined Anxiety is defined as: "a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with... Continue Reading →
Warning signs that it's time to seek professional help for your mental health.
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