When I was a bit younger, my Mom used to criticize me a lot. I never thought much of it until I hit my teenage years. I was quiet and didn't talk much to anyone. One day, I got quiet around my Mom. She instantly started to blame my lack of conversation on my mental … Continue reading Tommy’s story
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Beth’s story
TW: Self harm I’d like to start this post by thanking everyone who has been brave enough to step forwards and share their story- to contribute to this site. And so, because of the bravery of other’s- I myself have decided to share my story. My problems with mental health started from a young age, … Continue reading Beth’s story
Dopamine Queen’s story
TW: Self harm The dopamine queen is on Instagram (@thedopaminequeen) and her personal blog is found at: dopaminequeen.com and she has given permission for me to use her stories on this webpage but feel free to check her website and Instagram for more information. (And follow her on Instagram, she’s a massive inspiration ) “I … Continue reading Dopamine Queen’s story
Sam’s story, part 2
TW: Self harm, suicide My depression didn’t really affect my family until the end of my relationship with my daughters Mum. My anxiety and depression got so bad, to the point in which I wasn’t turning up to job interviews and if I did get a job- I wouldn’t turn up on the first day. … Continue reading Sam’s story, part 2
Sam’s story
Trigger Warning- Emotional Abuse, Self Harm I had a lot of self confidence issues throughout my teenage years, mainly due to bullying at school. I was quite big so I was the victim of the usual fat jokes. And I would say that this was where my depression stemmed from. I struggled to make friends, … Continue reading Sam’s story
Welcome
Hello! Welcome to our blog, we've tried to create a space that is welcoming and available for anyone to use. A space in which everyone can be who they really are without feeling judged, and without feeling as though they have to hide behind a mask. No one is alone, no one. And even though … Continue reading Welcome