This Is What The Holidays Are Like When You Have Depression
You’re supposed to be everything your mental illness has ripped from you all other days of the year.
You’re supposed to be everything your mental illness has ripped from you all other days of the year.
While it was with us for only two blissful seasons, we will never forget the journey Ben, Jonnie, Duncan, and Dave as they asked us, “What do you want to do before you die?”
The thing is, I think we all (at least at one point in our lives) have that one person who we just can’t seem to live up to.
I live for this shit.
Ms. Bialik’s article perpetuates that idea that women can avoid abuse and harassment and assault if we would only “dress modestly” or not “act flirtatiously” or be “perfect tens.”
You’re completely and utterly miserable sometimes.
But you know what? I’m starting to think that maybe this inherent brokenness is okay. That maybe I’m not meant to be whole. That maybe we’re all just a little bit broken.
“I solemnly swear I am up to no good.”
Focus on one goal at a time. Not three, six, or twelve.
Feeling drained from always going above and beyond what’s necessary to keep and maintain healthy relationships.