The Cost of Hiding in Plain Sight
To the person staring at ADHD symptoms and feeling a terrifying sense of relief: This is for you.
We didn't "fail" to get diagnosed—the system failed to see us. We perfected the art of "fine," treating "just" anxiety until realizing at 30+ that a different piece was missing.
You aren't alone. You were just an expert at hiding in plain sight.
Finding My Way Back Home
Eight years had passed by the time I realized the true impact of my sexual assault. It was during a visit to my massage therapist, who had been treating me for over 10 years. Following my appointment, I opened the door to find her waiting for me. She asked for a moment of my time.
When the Body Keeps the Score: The Curriculum of Grief
Leaving an abusive relationship often mirrors the Kübler-Ross grief model. One survivor shares her journey through denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance — and what she learned along the way."
Talking About Suicide
While the world is gradually coming to terms with the importance of mental health, there still remains a grave misunderstanding around suicide.
Where Have I Been?
When initially diagnosed with clinical depression and generalized anxiety disorder, I dove head first into advocating for mental health and mental illness.