About This Blog (And the Brain and Heart Behind It)
Hi there! I’m not a mental health professional — just someone who’s had enough life experience to earn a full head of gray hairs and decided to share my wild ride. I experience depression now and then (like that unwelcome guest who never quite leaves), and I’m also a proud parent of two LGBT+ kiddos who wrestle with depression and anxiety — because what’s life without a little drama, right? Oh, and one kiddo lives on the spectrum of borderline personality disorder, too. So yeah, I’ve dealt with their self-harm and attempted suicides — because sometimes life throws unexpected challenges, and you’ve got to find a way to bounce back stronger.
Our therapy of choice? DBT — because who doesn’t want a toolkit full of skills to handle life’s chaos?
This isn’t your typical “expert advice” blog. Nope! It’s a safe space where I can share my thoughts, our struggles, our victories, and information — because if even one person feels a little less alone or a tad more understood, it’s worth the jitters.
Why am I doing this?
To spread mental health awareness far and wide, smash the stigma that makes so many hide in the shadows, and remind everyone… mental health is just as important as your Netflix obsession. And let’s be honest — the current administration seems more interested in TikTok dances than funding mental health programs, and we can’t stay silent.
Remember: Talking openly about mental health isn’t just brave — it’s revolutionary. We’re breaking down walls, one post at a time, because everyone deserves compassion, understanding, and access to the help they need.
And here’s a quote from my favorite comedian Taylor Tomlinson:
“Therapy is basically just a place where someone will listen to your crazy and tell you it’s okay.”
Exactly! Sometimes you just need someone to tell you “it’s okay” — and maybe offer a few coping skills.
So buckle up! We’re here to laugh, cry, and shout from the rooftops: Mental health matters — and yes, your brain and heart are totally worth the constant reminder that you’re enough.
Remember, if life gets tough, just tell yourself: You’re not alone — and you’ve got this.