Personal Narratives & Opinions

Posts about prominent moments in my life, as well as my opinions on varying mental health topics.

4 Biggest Misconceptions About Mental Illness You Must Change

Why you must change these misconceptions about mental illness All of us have our misconceptions, prejudices, and stereotypes we hold to be true about others. This is human. However, it’s important to challenge and reflect on these misconceptions so that we can grow as individuals and be kinder to one another. It is already hard

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5 Overlooked Physical Symptoms of Anxiety- And Improving Them

What are Physical Symptoms of Anxiety? Often times when we talk about anxiety, we talk about the mental symptoms we experience such as feeling worried, scared, nervous, or dissociating. These are our thoughts and feelings, and they’re completely valid and real. But we tend to neglect the physical symptoms of anxiety which can actually be

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5 Incredible Ways Swimming Helps Anxiety: My Personal Experience

Precursor The mental health memo of the day: if you were to ask me (a person that loves to exercise but conveniently also has Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia) which exercise is my favorite for anxiety, I would say swimming. Swimming helps anxiety in so many ways, and I just had to share my experience with

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