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You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough. – Mae West

Meds & Remedies

You are never alone

potofcallaloo May 12, 2015 2 Comments anxiety anxiety attacks clinical depression Depression Depression Alliance PTSD

I’m saying all of this to say, two years ago I didn’t think I would still be here, but I am. I didn’t think I would have gotten out of that deep, dark hole, but I did. And I never believed that I could find the courage to face my uncertain future. But I have.

Moods

One step at a time…carry on

potofcallaloo August 12, 2014 10 Comments anxiety clinical depression Depression fibromyalgia low mood PTSD

This week I did alot of things I didn’t think I could manage. I got out of bed. I showered. I combed my hair. And…

Depression

Should we hide our scars?

potofcallaloo May 4, 2014 3 Comments anxiety clinical depression cutting Depression mental illness self harm

Sometimes I notice the stares. Honestly, I’m not perturbed. But today, while talking to my best friend who is like a sister, something dawned on…

Challenges

Seeking courage

potofcallaloo April 30, 2014 2 Comments Borderline personality disorder broken clinical depression Depression emptiness fibromyalgia pain post traumatic stress disorder self harm suicidal feelings suicide

Courage (noun) The ability to do something that frightens one; Strength in the face of pain or grief − Oxford Dictionary Where does…

Challenges

Don’t judge me

potofcallaloo April 23, 2014 6 Comments anxiety anxiety attacks clinical depression Depression discrimination fibromyalgia invisible illness isolation mental health condition mental illness post traumatic stress disorder stigma

If I could choose, I wouldn’t choose pain, no one would, whether it’s the kind of pain you see or you can’t see.

Meds & Remedies

Fundraising to self publish my novel

potofcallaloo April 21, 2014 No Comments clinical depression coping mechanisms Depression depression coping mechanisms self publishing my novel suicide writing for depression

As you know I’ve written my first fantasy novel and I’ve decided to self publish it. After losing my job, self funding the project has…

Challenges Depression

Don’t dream it’s over

potofcallaloo April 17, 2014 No Comments anxiety battling depression clinical depression Depression fibromyalgia mental health disorders PTSD suicide

These days few things can touch my soul. Torn between numbness and complete mental and emotional exhaustion, some moments I feel the waging war against…