“It seems to me that the difference between sane and crazy is just a matter of degree. So, I’m not crazy, per se, I’m just a little more unwell than the rank and file.” Continue reading late night, stream of consciousness ramble
“Eating disorders involve “all or nothing” thinking and it’s a style that can be problematic. You’re either good or bad, succeeding or failing, winning or losing. Unfortunately, too often the inside voice comes down on the negative side of the scale.” Continue reading the only winning move is not to play
i can feel the changes coming as the pressure builds inside my chest, deep in my soul. i rage against the inevitable, a racing writhing that leaves me confused and frantic, desperate to escape. misery grows as i acquiesce. walking in footsteps not my own causes pain and damage, strips me bare, leaves me angry. resentment builds. i can’t identify the source. corporeal needs frustrate. … Continue reading solitary
“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
From Famine to Feast 