I’m embarrassed and ashamed of the fact that I can’t stop internalizing the words and actions of insecure bullies.
Tag: self image
No shame in my game
Learning to let go of perfectionism and embrace realness is a process, but there’s no shame in it.
Conversations with Jerk Brain: The saga continues
Hello, old friend.
What are the odds?
My professional coach gave me a homework assignment.
So much to say
I’m experiencing all the feels. It’s a lot to handle all at once.
Through a mirror darkly
Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, noted leader in higher education and French literature scholar, gave an excellent talk at Rice University yesterday. It’s got me thinking about the “in camera” inspection I’m doing of myself.
Depression as a signal
I’m coming to terms with the reality that my depression is not the result of brain chemistry alone.
Switch the flip
What happens when an extrovert suddenly finds social interaction draining and exhausting? I’ve found out and I don’t like it.
Living large(r)
Antidepressants and body weight have a complex and poorly understood relationship. As I taper off my medication, I’m coming to terms with how my fluctuating weight affects my mental health.
My place isn’t my place
I had this idea that being back in my favorite place on the planet would, somehow, fix me. It didn’t and it can’t, because I’m not actually broken.
