Published in Channel Kindness. The psych ward is often seen as a place of despair—a dark, scary space where people go when things feel impossible. But for me, it became something more: a place of unexpected connection, kindness, and healing. This is not a story about a perfect recovery or easy answers. Rather, it’s a … Continue reading 20 Lessons From the Psychiatric Unit
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How to Survive the College Classroom as an Introvert
With all the students, noise, and distractions, what’s an introvert to do? Let’s face it, surviving and navigating college is rough, never mind college lectures, too: Dealing with the hubbub of the classroom as an introvert can be a real pain. My first few semesters of college, when I was a freshman, I struggled to get through … Continue reading How to Survive the College Classroom as an Introvert
A Journey of Hope And Healing
An ADAA Publication On my 21st birthday, I spent the day in a hospital, receiving the life-changing diagnosis of bipolar II disorder. At the time, I felt an overwhelming sense of hopelessness and fear. The thought of celebrating my life or looking forward to brighter days seemed unimaginable. I vividly recall the hospital social worker … Continue reading A Journey of Hope And Healing
6 Tiny Ways To Take Care of Your Anxiety
A Channel Kindness Publication. Sometimes, less is more in the mental health sphere. When it comes to mental health and building healthy habits, it’s tempting to think big. But I’ve found that thinking too big can lead to feelings of failure when things don’t work out. Personally, in order to manage my own mental health, … Continue reading 6 Tiny Ways To Take Care of Your Anxiety
Hope Lives Here 