Trigger warning: self-harm and suicidal ideation * * * Alyse Parker, a YouTuber and life coach I follow, said in one of her recent videos that we are the average of the 5 people we spend the most time with. That was definitely a thought-provoker for me. Because I spend a lot of my time… Continue reading The Detrimental Impact of Toxic Shame
Tag: self-harm
A Tentative Dip Into A New Year
This New Year is one like no other for me; I can not recall ever feeling so alien at the beginning of a year. I can not recall ever not wanting to join in with the tradition of setting resolutions and having the ability to let hope fill my heart. I hope that this is… Continue reading A Tentative Dip Into A New Year
“Depression Isn’t Sadness, It’s Feeling Nothing At All” + Other Myths…
Depressed individuals tend to be more sensitive than the average person. We can feel disgruntled, victimised by our illness, alone and desperate for someone to understand. This can mean that when we see a representation of depression that does not resonate with us, we feel angry. "Great, another misconception - this is not what it's… Continue reading “Depression Isn’t Sadness, It’s Feeling Nothing At All” + Other Myths…
Life Update: A Chat About Depression + Chakras
The last time I posted (which was a few weeks ago), I was feeling very motivated and I was exploring the idea of combating resistance and overcoming procrastination. I'm still feeling very excited about goals I want to achieve but I thought I'd be honest and reveal that I'm dealing with a bout of depression… Continue reading Life Update: A Chat About Depression + Chakras
Self Responsibility – Setting Intentions
"The truth about life is, when all is said and done, each of us is responsible for our own happiness." - Dr Alex Yellowlees Self responsibility, in my opinion, is not something you can decide to have. It is a seed you plant in your mind that takes months and years to grow. The idea… Continue reading Self Responsibility – Setting Intentions
An introduction
I've never been one to shy away from honesty with my music so why sugarcoat things here? I'm starting this blog because I have serious issues with procrastination and lack of productivity when it comes to my music. Why is this? To do music for a living is all I've ever wanted. I have daily… Continue reading An introduction
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