No matter what has been happening for you this past year, or how you have been attempting to cope, you’re fine. In the same way that all…… Read more “You’re Fine: COVID Anniversary Part 2”
Tag: depression
Trauma-Rama-Versary: Part One
Last year, as the pandemic took hold slowly, steadily, and then suddenly, I started playing The Sims. For the twelve people who don’t know, The Sims is…… Read more “Trauma-Rama-Versary: Part One”
Post-Trump Stress Disorder
Until recently, and for several months, I’ve had this vague, nagging feeling that before I could do something – and it didn’t matter what it was, as…… Read more “Post-Trump Stress Disorder”
So Much Shame in My Game
You know those moments in your life when things click into place and you feel like you are right where you are supposed to be? Lately I’ve…… Read more “So Much Shame in My Game”
Taking Up Space
It’s been awhile since I’ve had anything to say, which, if you know me in real life, you understand to be patently false, but in terms of taking…… Read more “Taking Up Space”
Weight Weight, Don’t Tell Me, Vol. 2
This is the first year, the year of our Lord 2019, that I have opted not to make a resolution related to eating cleaner, working out more,…… Read more “Weight Weight, Don’t Tell Me, Vol. 2”
Now What?
There are so many reasons not to want to be an alcoholic. It’s not the most glamorous affliction, and it doesn’t get the best rep. The word…… Read more “Now What?”
Being OK with Not Being OK
I work with a client who is having a difficult year. Most years of his life have been difficult; he is 8. There are so many aspects…… Read more “Being OK with Not Being OK”
So I Guess I’m Cured Now?
What are you supposed to write about on your depression blog when your depression lifts and your feeling pretty good? It’s a question many of us grapple…… Read more “So I Guess I’m Cured Now?”
I’m Playing it for You First
My family subscribed to Readers Digest when I was growing up, and I read it regularly. We also subscribed to People, which is why I know an…… Read more “I’m Playing it for You First”
a thoroughly mediocre depression 