Trigger Warning: eating disorder Happy Mental Health Awareness Month!!!!! I can't think of a better way to start than to open with some vulnerability and a moment of transparency. So, let's just get right into it. Show of hands... how many of you have gone on a diet and gave up because it was too… Continue reading How to Develop a Healthy Relationship with Food & Exercise
Tag: Mental Health
3 Biggest Takeaways About Our Society After Watching ‘Framing Britney Spears’ — Did You Miss It?
Everyone is talking about The New York Times' "Framing Britney Spears" documentary, and I wanted to get in on the conversation too. So, I finally sat down to watch it last week, and I learned so much in those 75 mintutes. But, it wasn't until I watched it a second time with Marlon that I… Continue reading 3 Biggest Takeaways About Our Society After Watching ‘Framing Britney Spears’ — Did You Miss It?
When You Grow, Some People Won’t Grow With You, and That’s Okay
Y'all wouldn't believe the kind of week that I've had, okay? I've been tried, tested, and then some. Sometimes, all in one day, I've experienced anger, sadness, frustration, depression, and anxiety. Nevertheless, I survived, and I'm here to share my experience and everything that I've learned during this tiresome week. As you all know, I… Continue reading When You Grow, Some People Won’t Grow With You, and That’s Okay
Suicidal Thoughts Part II: Kindness Is Key
Happy Thursday, everyone! I've had a very busy month since my blog post 'Suicidal Thoughts: It's Okay Not to be Okay' came out. I've had a lot of people reaching out to me across different platforms to share their stories and ask for advice, and I truly feel honored and blessed to have the opportunity… Continue reading Suicidal Thoughts Part II: Kindness Is Key
Suicidal Thoughts: It’s Okay Not To Be Okay
Trigger Warning: Suicide Alright, here's another one that's super difficult for me to write. I feel like I've been saying that a lot lately, but each one really gets harder and harder. However, I know that this post needs to be written so that I can be honest with myself and honest with all of… Continue reading Suicidal Thoughts: It’s Okay Not To Be Okay
What’s So Important About Feelings? — ‘Side Effect of Feelings’ Episode Review of Amanda Seales’ Podcast
Okay, so if you haven't figured it out by now based on my previous blogs, I am very emotional. I don't think there's anything wrong with expressing yourself, having a good cry, or feeling emotions in general. However, we live in a society where a man isn't supposed to cry, or else he's "acting like… Continue reading What’s So Important About Feelings? — ‘Side Effect of Feelings’ Episode Review of Amanda Seales’ Podcast
My Most Vulnerable Post Yet: Does This Common Mental Illness Affect You Too?
This one is going to be a bit difficult to write and even harder to let you guys read, but Let's Flourish Together is all about self-betterment , and as a mental health advocate, I'm hoping this helps someone else understand their mental state more. My readers who've been following me since I wrote my… Continue reading My Most Vulnerable Post Yet: Does This Common Mental Illness Affect You Too?
Bouncing Back – Why Have I Been Gone For So Long?
Ahem, ahem. Alexa, play "Welcome Back" by Mase. Yes, I am back, and it feels sooooo good to be writing to you all again. It's been a few months since I've posted a blog, but I don't want to just hop back into the swing of things. No, you all deserve an explanation as to… Continue reading Bouncing Back – Why Have I Been Gone For So Long?
Be Your Own Therapist Using a Cognitive Behavioral Approach!
Okay, so I've had enough of reading about the coronavirus. Anyone else? Good. Let's take our minds off of this for just a second, and we'll discuss something that's very important to me. I want to introduce you all to cognitive behavioral therapy. According to the American Psychological Association, "cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a… Continue reading Be Your Own Therapist Using a Cognitive Behavioral Approach!
Self-Quarantine Gives You Time to Practice Self-Care!
Hey, guys! It's been a little over a month since I've posted a blog for you all because my last semester of school has been so hectic. Nevertheless, I am back, and I have a good one for you all today! So, this coronavirus has most of us feeling gloomy and depressed, and we are… Continue reading Self-Quarantine Gives You Time to Practice Self-Care!
Let's Flourish Together 