I've heard this many times before. What problems could you have? You should be grateful. You have it easy. You're 23, living at home with your partner and dog, have a supportive family who let you try for your dream while contributing little financially. What problems could you possibly have? And yes, sometimes I put… Continue reading You Have No Problems
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Why Rewatching “Community” Was What I Needed Right Now
Over the last few weeks, I've rewatched the comedy show Community which is set in a community college. Seven misfits are brought together in their studies and the show explores their mental health, life choices, identity, relationships, flaws, and futures while on whimsical, ridiculous college-based adventures. I've not been in the best place so far… Continue reading Why Rewatching “Community” Was What I Needed Right Now
Worrying About Depression Returning
If you've been depressed before, it's likely that you're like me and you worry about becoming depressed again. Time and time again, you over-analyse how you feel and worry that the depression is coming back, or maybe it's here, or maybe it never left. Stop. Breathe. This post is just as much for you as… Continue reading Worrying About Depression Returning
My 5 Life Confessions
I'm a bit lazy I'm hardworking and a trier, this is true. But I'm also lazy. If people ever want to "do things" I often can't be bothered to. This is why I'm unfit. This is why I'm socially inept (among other reasons). I'd just rather stay sat on the sofa or lying in bed.… Continue reading My 5 Life Confessions
Time to Talk Day
#TimetoTalk Day 2019: Talking about my social anxiety and experiences with depression has been one of the most helpful parts of my recovery and coping. Back when I thought it was this dark secret, it ate at me from the inside. It isolated me. It hurt me. It told me that I would never be… Continue reading Time to Talk Day
What to Say to Someone Struggling with Their Mental Health
When I say "struggling with mental health," I don't just mean "mental illness", as someone can suffer from poor mental health without having a diagnosed (or diagnosable) illness. Mental Health and Mental Illness are two different things, though linked; much in the same way as Physical Health and Physical Illnesses or Disabilities. Firstly, there is no… Continue reading What to Say to Someone Struggling with Their Mental Health
List of Alternative Therapies for Mental Health
Traditional therapy may not be for everyone, I know, so here are some alternatives. Some of these are real, recognised forms of therapy to help treat mental illness or better mental health in general; others are therapeutic exercises or activities that many find beneficial to their mental health. Holistic therapy This is just a… Continue reading List of Alternative Therapies for Mental Health
Book Format Comparisons: Kindle, Paperback, or Audiobook?
Kindle (or other e-Readers) Pros: Can store millions of books without worrying about space Can't decide which book to bring on vacation? Your Kindle has a horde ready and waiting on one device. Easier to hold than a heavy book or a book that you don't want to ruin the spine of Can highlight and… Continue reading Book Format Comparisons: Kindle, Paperback, or Audiobook?
Why Self Awareness is All You Need
How many times have you found yourself saying, "I didn't realise" or "I didn't mean to" or "why did I do that?" Common phrases, aren't they. Sadly, not enough of us are aware of the world around us, the people around us, or what is going on inside of ourselves. However, this can all be… Continue reading Why Self Awareness is All You Need
Is Personal Development Dangerous for Our Mental Health?
*This is the first of many long-form mental health articles that I will be posting to my site. If this is not your interest, that's fine; you have been warned!* There seems to be this culture nowadays of "personal development" and "growth mindset" and "self-development". These are ideas that none of us can escape.… Continue reading Is Personal Development Dangerous for Our Mental Health?
S. R. Crawford 