From a young age, women (and men) are taught things for their protection - whether they're alone or with a friend. A lot of the time, you see them advertised on the television and other media platforms. So if you're not taught them, you're exposed to them and are aware that these different techniques exist. … Continue reading Things women are taught at a young age to do and why
Ah - it's finally Friday! Which means it's finally the weekend. The thing we've been most excited for all week. As the weekend approaches, this usually means that most of us will hvae a drink, or a few. But if you're one of those people who are partaking in consuming alcohol, I"ll be giving a … Continue reading How to drink responsibly
Ah yes ... it's finally the weekend! What we've all been waiting for during this dreadful (or productive) work week. The time to sit back, relax, and enjoy a cuppa tea (or coffee ... or which ever you prefer.) Well, these are my plans at least. Anywayssss ... Yesterday I wrote a post talking about … Continue reading How To Create New Habits
Hello everyone and happy Friday! Or TGIF if you will. About a week ago, I had been stuck in a rut for what seemed like forever. It was to the point where I had felt like I did prior to my treatment/recovery. This was probably one of the hardest times for me physically, emotionally, and … Continue reading How To Break Old Habits
Hellooooooooooo world! And happy Thursday! As I saw the topic of this post, I knew that I would be able to write a lot about it because it perfectly sums up how I've been feeling this last week and a half. And as I've come out of my rut (slowly but surely), I figured this … Continue reading How to get outta a rut – stopping the endless day to day cycle and enjoying life again.
Weight and eating habits have always been a struggle of mine. I would either eat too much food (even when I was full) or not eat enough (eat a meal a day.) I vividily remember a partical scenario that was the root to all of this. I was watching tv and someone (I'm not going … Continue reading Alex’s Near Eating Disorder Experience
Before I begin sharing my advice, I just want to say to anyone reading this that has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, or any other mental illness, continue your fight and stay strong. Take it one day at a time. I've written about my experience with being diagnosed with bipolar disorder (which you can read here.) … Continue reading TBD | My advice to someone who has just been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder
To Nan, The first thing I want to say to you is thankyou. Thankyou for constantly making me laugh, telling me stories about living in England and teaching me about the culture over there. Thankyou for watching Murder, She Wrote with me while I sit there trying to guess who the killer is. Thankyou for … Continue reading A Love Letter To my Special Someone
In my honest opinion, I truly believe that when people see the term 'bipolar,' they automatically associate it with 'mood swings.' Which, don't get me wrong, having bipolar has a lot to do with mood swings, but there's a lot more to it than just that. There's all the associated symptoms that may be experienced … Continue reading #TBD | Bipolar Brain
Hello Readers! I would like to introduce to you a new column that we will be sharing each week. It is called The Bipolar Diary and will be place where we can share our stories of Bipolar Disorder, ways to handle this disorder and different posts that will educate you on what Bipolar Disorder is. … Continue reading #TBD | Having A Manic Mind
Defying Shadows 