Tag Archives: mental health

Written on Skin

My skin knew on our second date. It warned me that our connection was too quick, too intense with red, peeling patches across my cheeks and chin. (Dermatitis, dermatologists said, unsure of the trigger. Stress, maybe, or some unknown irritant. … Continue reading

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Depressed While Black

Nibokum used to think depression was a “white person’s disease.” she says “My mom raised us to believe that Black people are strong; we don’t get depression. And prayer is how we cope – not therapy or medication. Then , … Continue reading

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Inquire Within: How I Mental Health

My definition of a mental-health day is ?• I unwind with ? • On a good day, I deal with rejection by? • The not-so-great coping mechanism I had to abandon ? • When I’m being pulled in many directions … Continue reading

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How I Mental Health

My definition of a mental-health day is prayer and Transcendental Meditation.  I combat stress by getting dressed and feeling good about myself and honoring the things that I love, my indulgences, and my whims. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and … Continue reading

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Security Blanket

My security blanket is my pearls.

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