Stress, Dissociation, and the Art of Napping
December 2019: The disability pension arrives – and suddenly (almost) everything gets better In December 2019, I finally received the […]
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2003: A Year of Darkness
Content note: domestic violence, depression, self-harm On paper, my life looked almost perfect:I had a successful career as an ORACLE
Diagnoses—Between Truth, Stigma, and Blind Spots
Introduction: The double edge of diagnoses Psychiatric diagnoses—classic mental-health labels included—can be helpful. They can open doors to treatment and
Avoidant Personality Disorder: 5 Common AVPD misconceptions
Think avoidant personality disorder means I secretly run a crime syndicate and feel no remorse? Sorry to disappoint—I’m just over here overthinking a text reply for three hours. Let’s debunk some myths!
2025: Living My Inner Bear
This year, I’ve chosen a bear as my spirit animal—a deeply emotional and powerful image for me. With the help