Skip to content
I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

I WILL NOT BE MY MENTAL ILLNESS

Darkness…Discovery…Deliverance!

  • Welcome!
  • About Me
  • My Books
  • My Take
  • Safe Space
  • Interviews
  • Art Gallery
  • Racing
  • Contact
  • Emergency Resources
  • $0.00 0 items

Tag: mental health

man people woman relaxation
Uncategorized

Interview 2: Mental Health Professional

December 18, 2021December 18, 2021 Karina

I present Interview 2: Mental Health Professional, the latest of my new series of posts. Join me behind the scenes to learn a fresh perspective!

Tagged interview, mental health, professionals, social workerLeave a comment
time lapse photography of railway and building during nighttime
My Take

Update: Attention Deficit Disorder

November 27, 2021 Karina

Here's an update for you on how things have been going at the Crisis Centre. I got some important news that could potentially change A LOT!

Tagged add, crisis centre, hospital, mental health, psychiatrist, Self-harm2 Comments
red hammock tied between two trees
My Take

Crisis Centres for Mental Illness Support

November 22, 2021 Karina

Crisis centres for mental illness support: What's it like, what should you expect, what to bring and a personal update.

Tagged crisis centre, mental health, Mental illness, stigma, support4 Comments
My Take

Meltdowns, Hospitals and Labels

November 16, 2021November 16, 2021 Karina

Here's an update including meltdowns, hospitals and labels. It's more than an anecdote, it's a critique on a system that fails us too often.

Tagged diagnosis, hospital, labels, meltdown, mental health, psychiatrist2 Comments
aerial photography of orange trees
Feel-Good Corner, My Take

The Truth and Lies of Service/Assistance Animals

November 2, 2021 Karina

The truth and lies of service animals plus my current experiences with Mia! Good news, venting and some tips and tricks!

Tagged assistance animals, dogs, mental health, service animals, training2 Comments
man working using a laptop
My Take

Mental Health for Students and Young Adults

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 Karina

Mental Health for Students and Young Adults: What is this crazy game called life? What on earth is going on?

Tagged adulthood, finances, mental health, Mental illness, money, Motivation, Success2 Comments
My Take

Suicide Awareness Day: Urgent

September 2, 2021September 2, 2021 Karina

Please take the time to read this, your contribution could help save lives!

Tagged Helping someone else, mental health, Mental illness, suicide, suicide prevention, support9 Comments
person holding note with be kind text
Feel-Good Corner

Mental Health and Kindness

August 29, 2021 Karina

Here’s a short and simple piece on the relationship between kindness and mental health. Only a bit of effort can help us uplift each other!

Tagged friendliness, happiness, kindness, mental healthLeave a comment
fresh apple on hand of woman
My Take

Tips for Maximizing Success in School

August 27, 2021 Karina

Here is a tip for maximizing success in school. Today I write about sharing your mental health struggles with teachers to ensure success and being on the same page.

Tagged communication, mental health, Mental illness, school, share, SuccessLeave a comment
Karina Pommainville-Odell
Feel-Good Corner

Mental Health – 1 Year Edition

August 24, 2021 Karina

A special Mental Health 1 Year Edition post of my blog! Motivation, progress, obstacles and above all - A huge THANK YOU!

Tagged anniversary, gratitude, growth, mental health, Progress, thank you7 Comments

Posts navigation

Older posts
Newer posts

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to be notified of my latest posts about personal discoveries and opinions than can aid you in your process of recovery. At the same time you won't miss my 'Safe Space' additions which are sure to brighten your day!

Join 131 other subscribers
Powered by WordPress.com.
I WILL NOT BE MY MENTAL ILLNESS
Proudly powered by WordPress Theme: Dara.
 

Loading Comments...