I’ve never understood that phrase. I’ve never understood why people use it and think for one second that it’s helpful. Do you know how frightening it is to be told it’s all in your head? That your own mind is destroying you. How can the fact that it being inside your own head bring you…
Tag: depression
Forever Chasing My Happy Place
When I was young I never thought about ‘happiness’ being something I would strive for. My naive mind assumed that I just would be full of it, like I was as a child. As I’ve gotten older, it’s apparent that it’s the only thing I want from my life. Everything else falls short compared to…
Body Image
How we think and feel about our bodies can have a massive impact on our mental health. It is common to be unsatisfied with our bodies at some stage in our lives but in some cases it can be a contributing factor of mental illnesses such as eating disorders, body dysmorphia etc. After doing some…
Word Vomit
There are many ways in which Ben interferes in my life; sometimes he can appear for months at a time, others hes here fleetingly before giving me some relief. Since having the Unconscious Mind Therapy I have felt significantly calmer: I think noticing that it had had a positive impact on my phobia eased some…
Post-Natal Depression: Part 2
The second part to the segment on post-natal depression. A reminder to all that despite someone seeming like they’re okay, they’re coping and they’re happy: this isn’t always the reality. Check up on loved ones, and then check up on them again. #asktwice 1. What have been your biggest struggles with post-natal depression? The main thing…