Personal Honor, Integrity, Dignity, Honesty
From where do I come, and what do my own eyes see, and perceive in my world? Let us be clear: it is a personal choice for individuals to awaken from their societal slumber and commit to doing the right thing, a decision made consciously to become a better person....
Misdiagnosed and Over-Medicated
Throughout the blurry state of being continuously sedated, I wandered through the pale, cold halls of the hospitals, the bus rides to and from weekly case management and therapy appointments, still not cured of my “ailments.” From the ages of 14-19, I was continuously...
Flying Under the Radar with Complex PTSD
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so I am posting a series of articles about the mental health disorders that dominate my daily life: complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). First and foremost, I share my...
Embracing A Deeper Understanding of Healing and The Body
In the intricate tapestry of our lives, experiences both joyful and challenging, shape the way we perceive and interact with the world within us and around us. For many, navigating the aftermath of trauma can cast a shadow over the simplest and seemingly innocent...