Tag: depression

• Distance Brings Clarity

  “I feel better when we don’t speak.” That’s what I want to say but haven’t had the courage or desire to. At the same time & I don’t feel the need…

  

• I Wrote One of Those Letters…

  CW: suicide ideation.If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please call or text 988. If this is potentially triggering, please seek help/support immediately. In late 2013 or 2014, I went…

  

• Don’t Tell Anyone I Told You…

  Recently I was reminded of how secrecy or a relational dynamic built on secrecy can contribute to bondage. I’m sure some in my family would have a problem with me…

  

• Forget Communication, I’m in My Feelings

  I’ve been watching a lot of commentary YouTube (which I’m not sure is the best idea) & I have found that, along with my own experiences with communicating with others,…

  

• Layers

  I’m pretty hard on myself. Most consequences as a result of any behavior that is perceived to be bad or is actually bad are self-imposed punishments. A prison of my…

  

• Hyper Independence Led to a Truth I Can Depend On

  I grew up as a latch-key kid in a single-parent household. My mom worked quite a bit to make ends meet, but she had help raising me from my grandmother…