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Privilege
So, I went to Aldi to buy groceries and since I am working on making better eating choices, I bought different things than I normally do. And I came to a realization. Eating healthy is expensive! Fresh fruits and veggies, lean meats, and good proteins are way more expensive than frozen, pre-packaged, quick fix meals […]
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To the Women in My Life
On this last day of Women’s History Month, I want to take the opportunity to honor some of the women in my life who are making history everyday just by being their amazing selves. Your impact in my life could never be measured and I wish to give you your flowers today and everyday. Mommy […]
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Burned Bridges and Locked Doors
Don’t burn bridges. You never know when someone from your past may be able to help you.
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Hard Things
This past weekend I flew to Dallas to pack up my stuff from the apartment I once shared with my husband. And today, I filed for divorce. And it was HARD. But I can do hard things.
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Enough
I don’t have to do or be anything special. Because I’m already loved by God. And that is enough.
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What About Your Friends?
It doesn’t matter how pretty or famous or rich you are. Mental illness doesn’t discriminate.
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30 Things I Learned Before 30
IT’S MY BIRTHDAY!! In honor of my 30th birthday today, I thought I would share 30 life lessons I learned before 30. Hopefully you know most of these but maybe you’ll learn a thing or two. Sharing is caring – I learned this one early on. Not just material things but advice, experiences, and love. […]
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Reloading…
I’m back! See what I’ve been up to and what’s in store for the blog in the future!
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1 Year Later: Lessons Learned From My Stay in a Mental Hospital
One year ago, I was admitted to the Hyland Behavioral Health Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at St. Anthony’s Hospital for severe depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. It was the single most terrifying day of my life. After sitting in the Behavioral Health Unit of the Emergency Room at Depaul Hospital for 12 hours, I was transferred […]
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The Stigma
I had someone tell me today that I needed to stop using my anxiety as an excuse and that I needed to “grow out of it”. The person that said this is someone I care deeply about and whom I know cares deeply about me. However, the way they see the world is entirely different […]
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