Posts about, among other things, mental illness, mental health, and recovery.
“i’m wearing pants that fit today.
this may sound like no big deal. you may be wondering why i’d consider that a victory at all.
if you don’t have an eating disorder, and regularly wear clothing in the appropriate size, i suppose it wouldn’t be. that, however, is not my style.” Continue reading lay claim to the small victories
“i’m afraid of men.
i’ve been reading a book about Buddhism – Why Buddhism Is True by Richard Wright.
these two things are not unconnected.” Continue reading essence of man
“when i wake up, my body is present, but my brain is not engaged. i like those moments. once my brain goes online, i find out if i’m going to be anxious or depressed or what. it’s apparent within minutes of rising if the day is going to start with a struggle. but those quiet moments of calm before the storm? i embrace them.” Continue reading things to try on mornings that suck
“i wish i could turn off my memories,
edit or revise them so they’d play out as i intended.
my thoughts, however, remain resolute and staunch in their determination
to replay the pain as it happened.” Continue reading flashbacks
