It doesn’t matter how old you are when you lose a parent because it will always be difficult to live in a world without them.
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What Is Verbal Abuse by Nicole Renae
What is verbal abuse? Can you define it? I myself have fallen victim to it and believed everything to be true. Verbal abuse is not only words used to belittle and hurt; it’s also used to control and manipulate. (Continue Reading…)
Craving The Good Days
Guest Post by Brittney D. Herz:
She’s upstairs again. Screaming into the air and wishing so much hatred down on me because I wouldn’t let her watch television this morning. We did so good yesterday, I think to myself as her screams are punctuated by her throwing books across her room. (Continue Reading)
How to Prepare Your Home and Life for a Disabled Child
Anyone preparing to bring a new life into the world knows how overwhelming the challenge can be. Yet, when your child will begin life with a mental or physical disability, you face unique circumstances. In anticipation of parenting a special needs child, preparation can bring peace of mind and allow you to savor the joys of your little one.
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! Right now, it is December 25th, 2018 and it is close to 10:45 in the morning. That means it is Christmas morning, and I would like to wish everyone a very Safe and Happy Merry… Read More ›
15 Ways You Can Help Reduce Holiday Stress
If you had tips that could help you minimize your holiday stress and keep you from a holiday meltdown, would you at least give them a try? If you answered yes, continue reading to see 15 of the top ways you can help reduce your holiday stress!
A Mother’s Struggle: Blake’s Story
A mother’s journey and struggle with her child’s mental health as well as her own. Continue reading to find out about one mom telling her son’s story.
Kayl’s Story: One Mother’s Selfless Choice
“Do you know what it’s like to make the choice to give up your precious child because she was too fragile for this earth?”
Happy Halloween! 🎃👻
Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 It is officially midnight and I would like to wish everyone a Happy Halloween! I hope that you enjoy your day no matter where you are in the world! If you are going to be partaking in… Read More ›
World Mental Health Day: From The Mother Of A Bipolar Child/Adult
It is mental health awareness day and I was asked to write about this from the parent’s point of view. I have a daughter with Bipolar 1. I’ve been dealing with this for over 20 plus years, and I’ve had to deal with this has a single parent whose child’s father was in and out of her life depending on whatever partner he was with at the time and if they allowed him in her life so most of the time he was not in her life… Please Continue Reading…
Danielle’s Life-Changing Experience With Hempworx CBD Oil
My name is Danielle, I am 38 years old and I have suffered from Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Addiction, Chronic pain, and Degenerative Joint/Disc Disease since my adolescent years Please continue reading,
Engage Your Children in Hobbies They Will Learn and Love
Why Hobbies Are Important For Children.
[Guest Post] Canceling Playdates: Life With Juvenile Bipolar
life with juvenile bipolar
Mothers Day Blues
Mother’s day is a wonderful day for many people around the world who are celebrating their mother’s. Mother’s day isn’t like that for me… Read More
I’m On A Mini-Mental Health Break
I apologize for not posting anything recently. I had been in a bit a depressive episode, which has hopefully finally come to an end.
Racing Thoughts And Anxiety
I woke up at 4 am and almost immediately my thoughts started to race.
Marie F’s Story: How Bipolar Disorder Changed Their Lives
Marie F. shared her story with us earlier today so that I could share it with you.
Dealing With A Loved One Who Is Bipolar
Tips on how to deal with a loved one who is Bipolar.
31 Things I’ve Learned In 31 Years
Throughout life, we experience so many different things and learn so many different lessons
First Blog Post Of 2018
I am learning to love my good days and not break down as badly on my bad days.
Christmas, Best Friends, And Coping Mechanisms
I recently just posted the first poem I have written in almost a year and have to say, it actually felt good to get back into poetry and release some emotion in a healthy way.
Merry Christmas Eve
Merry Christmas Eve I have spent days now typing up blog post after post and deleting it or never finishing it. I have been doing the same with journal entries; writing them and then ripping them out. The same with article and… Read More ›
Tis’ The Season
Christmas is a little over a week away. I still have some gift shopping to do. I am going to try my hardest to enjoy Christmas since that has always been my favorite holiday.
Christmas Is Near
Christmas is the best time of year, but it’s also very stressful.
I Miss My Dog
I just kept thinking about Max and about how much I really miss the little guy.
The Chaos Instilled In Me
I am still wondering if I will ever get over the chaos that certain people instilled in me.
I Don’t Know If I Am Strong Enough
Between my family ditching me and then stealing my dog, the m/c, my mom putting my childhood dog down without them telling me or even asking me if I wanted to see him one last time, and everything else, I don’t want to do this anymore; I don’t know if I am strong enough to be able to do this anymore. But I guess I have to be.
You Will Always Be Missed
I decided I will share my story of what happened to my children’s father. Our story begins way back when I was just 14-years-old. I had a friend tell me this cute boy moved to town and she wanted me… Read More ›
What Do I Do From Here?
What do I do from here?
Stuck In The Negative
I am always looking at the negatives and tend to overlook the positives.
Perception Of Time
I can’t believe everything that I have been through this year. It’s so surreal. Trying to think back to everything that’s happened feels hazy. Like I cannot even trust my own perception of time.
Unlovable
This is my family, the people who are supposed to love me unconditionally obviously love me conditionally or no longer love me at all, in general.
“I Hate Everything About You”
“…Seriously though, I really do hate everything about you. As much as I hate you though, I feel obligated to love you.”
It Wasn’t Supposed To Happen This Way
I have always been the bad one. The irresponsible one. The black sheep of the family. The one who’s always wrong. There is absolutely no point in me trying to defend myself or to speak my words. This is past words. This is dysfunctional and irreversibly broken right now.
12 Things That Change With Baby Number Two: By Crystal Bassler
12 Things That Change With Baby Number 2 Article By: Crystal Bassler The first baby is always difficult we don’t know what we’re doing, and we’re constantly making calls to our pediatricians after every little cough and sneeze. So, naturally… Read More ›