When something bad happens, the first thing people want to tell you is to be grateful for what you have and not to focus on the negative. This not only reinforces the idea that we must be happy all the time but also encourages the use of toxic positivity. Read on
Mental Health / all
Today’s society is filled with kids, teens, and adults trying to improve or maintain their mental health without knowing where to start. A common thing they are told is “tell someone how you’re feeling” or “find a way to express yourself,” but what does that really mean? In fact, why is improving/maintaining your mental health… Read on
This is a little comic I made about my own mental health experiences. I have a lot to do, and I was struggling to keep track of it all. It kind of boiled over one day, so I sat down to make this and give myself time to think about the little things. Read on
As a movie intended to spotlight mental health and further the suicide prevention cause, “Dear Evan Hansen” has tragically failed to reach its goal. Read on
The pandemic had affected me and my mental health. No social time with friends. Being at home all day, everything just felt like a repetitive cycle. Read on
The year was 2018. I was sitting in my 8th grade social studies class as whispers went around the room. Are you walking out? Do you think he will let us? I’ll do it, if you do. When the time came for the walkout, I looked through the thin glass window on the door to… Read on
