Rare Disease

When my daughter was first (mis)diagnosed with a rare disease in 2013, not only was I utterly devastated by the news that she had a progressive disease, but I was also shocked beyond reason by the realization that such a disease even existed in the first place. That moment was reality-altering. In fact, I remember very little from that day, except [...]

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No need to impress anyone

When you are living with depression, the pressure to impress others can make the struggle even heavier.

You already feel exhausted, yet you keep trying to prove that you are fine, strong, or successful.

But freedom begins when you no longer need to impress anyone.

You don’t have to hide your pain.

You don’t have to perform for approval.

You can start living for yourself instead of for others.

That shift is powerful. It gives you space to heal and focus on what actually matters — your recovery, your peace, your strength.

Do you feel pressure to impress others while struggling inside? Share your experience in the comments — your honesty could help someone else feel less alone.

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post daily mental health videos about how I recovered from depression and suicide back when I was a teen. So if you or anyone you know is struggling with these issues and wants help, click on one of the links below or write me if you have any questions:

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Using words, phrases, or quotes, what theme would you give this chapter or season of your life?

As life shifts through its many seasons, it can bring lessons, challenges, growth, and moments of clarity. Sometimes, finding the right words to describe what we’re experiencing helps us reflect on where we’ve been, where we are now, and where we hope to go.

If you had to give this current chapter of your life a theme — whether it’s a single word, a short phrase, or a meaningful quote — what would it be?

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What have you come to accept about your health?

Managing a health condition (or several!) can mean having to adjust and adapt to the varying changes and demands of fluctuating and/or unpredictable symptoms. What you experience one day might be totally different from the next, impacting how you navigate your day-to-day life.

Health conditions can be challenging, and acceptance — or lack thereof — of your circumstances is a personal process.

What's something you've come to accept about your health?

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Start noticing your thoughts

Your own thoughts can sometimes feel like the harshest enemy. They whisper doubts, magnify flaws, and convince you of things that aren’t true.

No one else can hurt you the way your own mind can when it goes unchecked. But the truth is, you don’t have to believe every thought that comes to you.

When a negative thought appears, pause. Notice it. Ask yourself—is this fact, or is this just fear speaking?

Guard your mind the way you’d guard your health. Protect your inner peace. Because the moment you stop letting your thoughts control you, they lose their power.

Start noticing your thoughts today. The more you practice, the stronger your awareness becomes. Does this work for anyone?

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How can you show yourself care and kindness this week?

Hi Mighties! ✨

As we begin a new week, let’s take a moment to reset and reflect on how we can best care for ourselves in the days ahead.

How can you show yourself kindness and compassion today? In what ways can you pause and slow down? What tools from your self-care toolbox might be most helpful this week? Who can you reach out to for support if you need it?

Share your thoughts with us below! 💭

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Acceptance to me means…

Happy Monday, Mighty fam!

Let's talk about ✨ acceptance ✨ this week.

While we all go through the process of acceptance on some level, accepting something is a personal journey where we notice, acknowledge, come to terms with, and embrace what we're experiencing without judgment. This may look and feel different for everyone, and that's 100% OK.

What does acceptance mean to you? What does it look and feel like?

Share your thoughts in the comments below! ⬇️

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How we spend our time

When you are struggling with depression, time can feel heavy and endless. Days blur together, and it feels like nothing will ever change.

But the truth is, we don’t have as much time as we think. Life is short, and that’s exactly why what we choose to give our attention to matters so deeply.’

You can spend your energy stuck in the same painful thought loops. Or you can slowly begin to direct that energy toward the small things that matter: reaching out to someone you trust, taking care of your body, practicing even one moment of gratitude.

None of us know how much time we have left, and that’s not meant to scare you. It’s meant to remind you that every choice counts.

So start today. Focus on what matters to you, no matter how small. Even the smallest step can shift the direction of your life.

What’s one thing that truly matters to you right now? Share it in the comments and let’s keep each other focused on what’s important.

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What do you choose?

When you are in the middle of depression, optimism can feel impossible. Your mind tells you every reason why things are hopeless and convinces you that you should give up before you even begin.

But here’s the thing: optimism isn’t about pretending everything is perfect. It’s about giving yourself permission to see even the smallest possibility of light in the middle of the darkness.

Choosing optimism does not erase your pain, but it creates space for hope to exist alongside it. And hope is often the first step toward healing.

So today, ask yourself: what is one small thing I can be optimistic about? Maybe it’s a conversation you’ll have, a moment of peace, or simply the fact that you’ve made it this far.

It feels better to choose optimism, even in small doses. And with time, those small choices can add up to a new way of living.

What’s one thing you can feel optimistic about today? Share it in the comments and let’s remind each other that hope is possible.

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