The Quiet Hour: What Nearly 20 Years of Crisis Work Taught Me About Listening, Not Fixing
I started in social services nearly twenty years ago, driven by the naive ambition to be the hero who delivered the perfect advice. I quickly learned the breathtaking arrogance of that assumption. Working with shattered lives—from children aged by trauma to women carrying the literal scars of violence—taught me they weren't seeking my words; they were seeking hope and presence.
Internal Dialogue: Chill the Chatter!
You should talk to yourself, they say. New studies suggest that vocalizing your thoughts is good for you. It focuses the mind and clarifies ideas, boosting intelligence, communication skills, self-awareness and well-being. But almost all of us do it already, just silently, in our heads – and with opposite results!
Beyond the Diagnosis: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health
Instead, the post advocates for a more holistic approach that recognizes the human capacity for growth, healing, and transformation. It encourages us to see people as complex beings navigating life's challenges, rather than mere collections of symptoms.
They Tried to Bury the Truth: My Exposé of Abuse in the System
Mental Health Care: Safe Haven or Hidden Danger? Whistleblower exposes abuse of vulnerable patients & calls for reform.
Thankfulness: Here and Now
A root foundation of authentic appreciation for the things, people and conditions you’re glad about is the rock your mental house is built on.
Mindfulness: Embracing the Gift of the Present Moment
I’m here to tell you it isn’t what you think. Mindfulness isn’t some ritual or meditation technique. It’s not religious or ideological, nor part of any particular discipline.
Dear Family and Friends of Suicide Attempt Survivors,
The darkness right now probably feels like it will never lift. Night sure looks that way when you’re in the thick of it. But a process by definition is temporary. You’re not at a fixed point, you’re embarking on a journey together.