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The Quarantine Symptom I Never Expected

When I heard the news about my town being on a stay inside order, my first thought was, "there is no way my depression won't be triggered...

Apr 16, 20202 min read

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Staying Out Of A "Funk" While At Home

Here are some little things to do every day to keep you healthy and happy during this difficult time: 1. Leave your bed! Even if you’re...

Mar 31, 20202 min read

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The Pandemic On Our Mental Health

Hi everyone-- this blog post is in regards to the pandemic that is affecting our country. First, I would like to remind everyone that I...

Mar 16, 20203 min read

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Another College Student Committed Suicide...

I don't know him. I've never met him. I don't even go to his school. But I know what it feels like to feel hopeless and to think that...

Feb 29, 20202 min read

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What I Need My Friends To Understand About My Social Anxiety

It’s not easy to live with social anxiety. It’s not something I choose, it’s out of my control. To you, it may just seem like I am...

Feb 24, 20202 min read

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One Small Action That Helped Me Through My Depression

A few weeks ago, one of my friends headed back to my dorm room with me to get some work done before her next class. The first thing I...

Feb 9, 20202 min read

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The Loneliness

I'm not alone. I'm surrounded by family and I have really great friends who I appreciate more than anything. But I'm lonely. The...

Jan 24, 20202 min read

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I've Barely Left My Bed In Three Days

Exhaustion is the first sign. Little tasks are so draining and I wonder why I’m so tired when I’ve done so little. My room is messy and...

Jan 15, 20202 min read

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Diet... Or Lifestyle?

In the past, I had a very unhealthy relationship with food and eating. I have struggled to stop eating while also periodically...

Jan 2, 20203 min read

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Why Getting Close To People Is Hard

You can't actually know me unless you know my past. But I don't want you to know my past. I'm afraid that if you do, you'll see me...

Dec 9, 20192 min read

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My Bunny

To some, it may seem silly or even childish. Why does a nineteen year old love a stuffed animal so much? Honestly, just writing that...

Nov 27, 20192 min read

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Happy, Hurting and Healing

I saw a post on Instagram that said, “I am happy, hurting and healing at the same time. Don’t ask me how I’m doing it because I don’t...

Oct 14, 20192 min read

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You Worsen The Noise In My Head

My mind, as someone struggling with depression and anxiety, is a very loud place. It kind of sounds like the inside of a clock: the...

Oct 6, 20192 min read

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Why I'm Afraid To Speak About My Suicidal Thoughts

I remember the flashing lights, the knocking at my door and the sound of police radios buzzing. I remember the feeling of betrayal,...

Sep 8, 20192 min read

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"Healing" Depression: My Personal Experience (Tips and Tricks)

Depression is not just a "state of mind" or "stage," it cannot just be "cured" by staying positive or smiling. Depression is a mental...

Sep 5, 20196 min read

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Going Out Isn't As Easy For Me. Here's Why:

College is that new start to life that many people wish for. It's a time to grow, learn, meet new people, and of course, have fun. As a...

Sep 1, 20192 min read

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The Moon And Me

I believe in signs. In such a large and complex world, there must be some way our surroundings speak to us without words. My cousin once...

Aug 19, 20192 min read

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Dear Barista: From A Girl With Anxiety

I know that your job isn’t easy. People aren’t always nice. Sometimes people are rude and demanding, sometimes people have complicated...

Aug 15, 20192 min read

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The Silhouette of Grief: A Short Story

I awoke to the sound of birds singing melodies behind my window. I opened my eyes to find the sun peeking through my window beyond the...

Aug 10, 20193 min read

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What Depression Feels Like

Depression is not just "being sad." Depression is when the colors of the world are sucked away and everything is black or grey. It's when...

Jul 31, 20191 min read

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