I’ve been living with bipolar disorder (type 2) for all of my adult life. At first, it went unchecked during my late teenage years because I was unaware of it and uninformed. Though unmanageable and disruptive, I coped with the symptoms the best way I knew how. Denial. That was my coping strategy. In fact,Continue reading “The trouble with bipolar disorder”
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How self-care benefits your mental health
Self-care is so much more than just mani-pedis, essential oils, and bubble baths. Self-care is purposefully and proactively using all aspects of wellness, i.e. physical, emotional, social, spiritual, vocational, financial, intellectual, environmental, to enhance long-lasting contentment. Taking care of your whole well-being promotes an overall satisfaction that you’re taking steps to better your life, andContinue reading “How self-care benefits your mental health”
Why self-care plays a vital role in mental health
Self-care is so much more than just mani-pedis, essential oils, and bubble baths. Self-care is the act of purposefully and proactively using aspects of wellness – i.e. physical, emotional, social, spiritual, vocational, financial, intellectual, environmental – to benefit your health and quality of life. Taking care of your whole well-being also promotes an overall satisfactionContinue reading “Why self-care plays a vital role in mental health”
The Gen-X Diaries 