I had been living with Grotesque Miosis my entire life. It was something no one really understands, but it’s essentially an illness characterized by a loss of muscle function and an inability to interact with the world around me. I can’t move my arms and legs, and I can’t communicate with anyone in a normal …
Growing up, I had an affinity for collecting things. Whether it be books, tools, or any other random items I found around, I kept them in my room and never wanted to get rid of them. Little did I know, I was slowly developing compulsive hoarding syndrome. At first, I didn’t take it too seriously …
I always thought my life would be relatively normal. Sure, there were the typical ups and downs of life, but I never expected to be personally impacted by a medical condition that no one likes to talk about – endometriosis. It started with the dull ache in my abdomen that I felt each month. I …
It all started when I was a young boy. I had a strong fear of cats, so strong I couldn’t even look at one. This fear proved to be a great restraint on my life as a kid. In my teenage years, it only got worse, as I often felt like I was going to …
I used to think that I had it all. I had a great job, a great family, friends, and a purpose in life. But I was wrong. I was wrong about so much. I was living a lie, and as the lie began to unravel, my self-worth plummeted to an all-time low. My depression started …
I remember it like it was yesterday. The diagnosis of dementia had changed my life forever. I was in a state of shock, unable to comprehend the news I had just been told. I had noticed a few changes in my behavior, but I was convinced it was just a sign of aging. Little did …
It never seemed to end. For as long as I can remember, I felt solemn and alone, being enveloped by a deep, ever-present sadness. I was diagnosed with depression, a beast that had only found impetus to grow in me. People attempted to help, but I could not be… no matter how hard I tried, …
I’ve been feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety and low mood for quite some time. I was so overwhelmed I felt like I had no other choice but to seek help. After some therapy sessions and self-care, I noticed I was starting to feel better. I began to appreciate the little things in life and …
