Mental illness affects one in three people in the United States of America at some point in their lives. This is a stunning number approaching one-third of the population. It is hard to believe that many people are dealing with some form of mental illness. This does not mean these people are going around destroying […]
What it’s Like to Have Chronic Pain Meltdowns
Being sick is hard. I think anyone that has a chronic illness can relate to the mood swings, a roller coaster of emotions. For me, this can come in the form of chronic pain meltdowns. I try to deal with depression as best I can, but the meltdowns are a whole different creature. Chronic Pain Meltdowns […]
2016 Was NOT the Worst Year Ever
2016 Was NOT the Worst Year Ever Everywhere I look all I see is people complaining about how 2016 was the worst year ever. WORST. Really people? 2016 is the worst year because some celebrities died? Most of which you hadn’t even thought of in many years I am sure. Most of which had abused […]
Where Do I Even Start? Chronic Illness and Depression
Where Do I Even Start? Every morning, after I open my eyes, I ask “Where do I even start?”. I ask what’s the point of crawling out of bed. What’s the point of trying anymore? Every. Single. Day. Then I suck it up and I put my feet on the ground through excruciating pain. I […]
When I Finally Lose My Mind…
You can take me to the PCHTreatment Center. I’m sure it will happen one day. I’ll be looney as all toons. Loony like Elmer Fudd. PCH stands for Psychological Care & Healing. Not that I plan on going crazy. Just saying if it happens. One of the things that comes along with RSD is depression. Yes, […]
My Positive Motivation for Today and Beyond…
As the cold weather sets in, my pain gets worse and a little bit of depression sets in. Depression that has to be kept at bay or it could spiral out of control. Being in pain all the time is a big cause of serious depression in a ton of people. You have to keep […]