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Feel-Good Corner

Mia’s Progress and New Self-Care

June 10, 2022June 12, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Here’s an update on Mia’s training progress as well as a bit of humour and new self-care approaches I’ve been trying out.

Tagged humour, Mia, needs, self-care, self-compassion, self-loveLeave a comment
My Take

Hospital Surprise

June 8, 2022June 9, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Here’s an update on my Crisis Centre stay along with the unwanted hospital surprise Mia and I encountered.

Tagged crisis centre, healthcare, hospital, reframing2 Comments
My Take

A Daily Dose of Reflection

June 4, 2022June 5, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Here’s a daily dose of reflection with some of my latest thoughts and concepts.

Tagged crisis centre, eating disorders, mental health, Mental illness, reflection, Self-harm2 Comments
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My Take

Independence and Confidence

May 26, 2022May 31, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Let's take a look at the link between independence and confidence. We can only grow and develop faith in our abilities by DOING.

Tagged autonomy, Confidence, effort, independence2 Comments
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My Take

Overcoming Unhealthy Secrecy

May 15, 2022May 18, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

A discussion on overcoming unhealthy secrecy and letting go of shame and regrets. Plus, a personal update on Mia's training as my service dog!

Tagged Confidence, regrets, shameLeave a comment
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My Take

An Era of Hurry

April 20, 2022March 12, 2024 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

An Era of Hurry: Update plus personal exploration of how technology is helping speed up the world in a way that isn't always mentally beneficial.

Tagged anxiety, hurry sickness, school, technology, update, work2 Comments
My Take

Fidget Toys

April 19, 2022May 7, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

A review of fidget toys, what to look for in a good one as well as a personal update!

Tagged adhd, concentration, Fidget toys, focus3 Comments
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Feel-Good Corner

Motivating Myself and Maybe You

March 25, 2022April 14, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Motivating Myself and Maybe You: Let's take a look at bite sized goals, recognizing accomplishments and what defines adulthood.

Tagged adulthood, Motivation, responsibility2 Comments
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Interviews

Interview #4: Assertiveness and Purpose

March 25, 2022March 20, 2024 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Interview #4: Assertiveness and Purpose - In this interview we hear from Anastasia, a mental health practitioner with big goals and a lot of determination!

Tagged assertiveness, crisis centre, interview, self-talk, Time-management2 Comments
Feel-Good Corner

The Love and Power of a Dog

March 13, 2022March 16, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

The Love and Power of a Dog: My tribute to Mia-Muffin on our 2nd anniversary together!

Tagged anniversary, dogs, Love Letter, Mia4 Comments

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