Mental Health Awareness
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Keep Dying to The Past: Choosing Happiness in the Now
I once swung wildly between anger, sadness, and despair, trapped in old stories and pain. A simple line from a guided meditation—“Keep dying to the past”—became a daily practice of letting go, befriending light, and choosing happiness in the present moment, again and again. Continue reading
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Oswald: The Cartoon Character That Saved My Life
The author reflects on their favorite cartoon characters, emphasizing Jerry and Piglet, but highlighting Oswald the blue octopus as a lifeline during their battle with severe depression at age 23. Oswald’s calming presence and simple storytelling provided comfort and taught the author vital lessons in patience and self-acceptance during turbulent times. Continue reading
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From Darkness to Light: My Promise to Live
I love keeping promises. Survived abuse, depression and suicide. How? Simple. Promising myself I will stay alive no matter what. Continue reading