[having a universal human experience] how could this happen to me?

As a lifetime member of the Depression and Anxiety Squad , I've developed a pretty resilient sense of humor. In fact, I think that my trauma and related struggles might be responsible for like 50% of that humor. Over the years it's shifted to be pretty self-deprecating , but in my old age I've started to wonder if poking fun at my pain is getting old. Spoiler alert: It is. There's something to said about being positive through the hard times. I know that's not always possible, but a good substi…

I walk a lonely road, the only one that I have ever known...

They changed the grocery store layout again and we're fuming

I don't think I'm the drama...

My attachment style is 'PDF'

I walk a lonely road, the only one that I have ever known...

I don't think I'm the drama...

I feel like everyone has been in the state of mind where you often tell yourself, “I just have to get through this week.” Of course, when you inevitably get through the week, you start thinking the same thing the next week. This can be a red flag that maybe, just maybe, you're going through an objectively difficult period of your life. But at the same time, it can be the greatest cope known to man. Even if it feels futile, I'm glad we have cute little coping mechanisms like telling ourselves we…

If you're the kind of person who spends countless hours scrolling through memes and forgets to take care of yourself, you're not alone. Memes are addictive, like potato chips; once you start, you can't stop. As humor experts who use memes to cope with anxiety and depression , we know how comforting they can be. But if you're using them to avoid confronting your issues, it might be time to consider therapy. Looking at these "therapist memes" and relatable tidbits about mental health won't solve…

Who has a key?

Haha

Life is like a game of dodgeball, but instead of rubber balls, it's throwing neuroses, depression, existential crises and responsibilities at us. And let's be real, we're all getting hit left and right. Take me, for example. I'm currently juggling more responsibilities than a circus clown with a dozen balls, trying to keep it all together while the world around me is on fire. And the cherry on top? The cost of therapy and psychiatrists is so prohibitively high, it's making my depression worse.…

When you said 'Yes', you know you meant 'No'

The holidays are hard on a lot of people, for a lot of reasons. Many people don't get along with their families - or worse, can't see them - and experience a lonely week of watching other people enjoying the company of loved ones. Some people do get along with their families and have loving friends , but are in a dark place and feel awful around them. I happen to fall into the latter camp. Having a good relationship with one's family is tricky. I happen to be struggling with a heavy bout of d e…

YOU get a red flag, YOU get a red flag, EVERYBODY gets a red flag!