I was preparing for the eighth grade dance, when a school secretary casually said, “Yeah, I’ve lost so … More
Tag: Mental illness
Thirteen Reasons Why and the Reality of Suicide
Thirteen Reasons Why was released earlier this month, yet it is clogging all of my social media newsfeeds. … More
Space: A Short Story
I wonder what fills the space between an inhale and an exhale. After my lungs balloon with air, is there … More
Unapologetic
I was once the type of girl who apologized for sneezing. I felt as if my existence put a strain … More
Fighting for Peace
I once thought recovery meant always feeling at peace with who I am. I envisioned having a perfect life where … More
Taking off the Mask of Mental Illness
Her mask shields her face as she watches the world go by; laughter erupts, couples dance as music plays. She … More
Me Before You and Assisted Suicide
The trailer for the movie “Me Before You” ironically encourages its audience to “live boldly,” while promoting a film that … More
Spinning
When I was 12 I decided that if I had little control over my life, I would control my body … More
Avalanche
I remember feeling my future slip between my fingers. I remember begging for my phone; if I could just call … More
NEDA Week
Today is the last day of national eating disorder awareness week. While bulimia is something I struggle with year round, … More