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Karina Pommainville-Odell

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Tag: Self-harm

My Take

Navigating Depression and Murphy’s Law

June 7, 2024 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Life can be strange. Feel free to subsitute 'strange' with any of the following: Annoying, inconvenient, inconsistent, frustrating, depressing, etc. Strap in for an entertaining and educational ride!

Tagged anxiety, coping, depression, health, Helping someone else, Hope, mental health, Mental illness, self-care, Self-harm, service dogsLeave a comment
My Take

Mental Mayhem

April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Welcome to my recent Mental Mayhem!

Tagged crisis centre, growth, mental health, self-care, Self-harmLeave a comment
Feel-Good Corner

Gratitude and Second Chances

February 23, 2023 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Gratitude and Second Chances: A story of life giving me another shot to wake up!

Tagged gratitude, hospital, self-care, Self-harmLeave a comment
My Take

Psych Ward Art

August 18, 2022August 20, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Here’s my psych ward artwork and a prime example of what NOT to do!

Tagged Art Gallery, Artwork, psych ward, Self-harm3 Comments
My Take

It Happened Again

July 3, 2022August 15, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Good news, bad news: It Happened Again: A story, a message and an update.

Tagged hospital, lessons, Self-harm, suicideLeave a comment
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

Update: Attention Deficit Disorder

November 27, 2021March 12, 2024 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

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
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My Take

Managing Self-Harm Marks at Work and School

July 12, 2021July 12, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

It's time to discuss the important issue of managing self-harm marks in public. Far from easy, here are my tips for school and work.

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Art Gallery

Mood Swings and Dual Desire

February 19, 2021March 12, 2024 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Artwork representing unpredictable mood swings, the duality of self-harm and some adorable puppies for a touch of cuteness and positivity!

Tagged Artwork, Mood swings, puppies, Self-harmLeave a comment
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My Take

Preventing Self-Harm

January 17, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Self-harm is a damaging way to cope with distress and it's something that I too still struggle with. Here is an activity worksheet for preventing it and making plans for triggering situations.

Tagged Activity Sheet, coping, Self-harmLeave a comment
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