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April 19, 2026 Back after a long break — site revamp, old posts, and what's next A quick update: I'm back after a long break. The site's been rebuilt, some of my older mental health writing is returning from the archive, and more is coming soon. January 24, 2024 UPS Backup Power: Why It Matters More Than You Think Power outages can happen anytime. A UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) protects your equipment and gives you time to shut down safely. Here's why it's worth the investment. January 19, 2024 What is Cloudflare and Why You Might Want to Use It Cloudflare is more than just a CDN. It's a comprehensive platform that can dramatically improve your site's performance, security, and reliability. Here's why it matters. January 14, 2024 Introduction to SEO: The Basics You Actually Need to Know SEO doesn't have to be complicated. Here's a practical introduction to search engine optimization that cuts through the jargon and focuses on what actually matters. April 25, 2021 All About Advocating for Mental Health What is an Advocate for Mental Health? How to Advocate for Mental Health. Why Be a Mental Health Advocate? How to Find a Mental Health Advocate, and more. October 4, 2020 Coping skills for racing thoughts Dealing with racing thoughts can be a challenging and daunting task, but I'd like to share some of the tips I have gained over the years so that it can be managed effectively. November 18, 2018 Tips for Maintaining Your Quality of Life with Multiple Sclerosis Living with Multiple Sclerosis presents unique challenges. This guest article provides practical tips for maintaining quality of life while managing the condition. November 6, 2018 Stress, money, and a stupid idea A personal reflection on stress, financial pressures, and mental health challenges - a warning that this post discusses difficult topics openly. October 17, 2018 The Effects of Media on Mental Health and Behavior Ever wondered if the media has long last-lasting effects on your mental health? Bad news is impossible to avoid; it's all over -- television, social media. October 8, 2018 Mental Health Awareness Mental Health Awareness Week and World Mental Health Day are important times to recognize that nearly half of mental health illness occurs before age 14, and one in five U.S. adults experience mental health problems each year. October 7, 2018 How To Help Someone Who Has Mental Illness How do you help someone with a mental health problem? What if they don't want help? Or are stubborn about seeking treatment? What if they don't believe they have mental illness? October 7, 2018 How Mental Health Stigma Affects Your Life How mental health stigma affects your life. How does stigma make you feel? Does gender play a role? How can we challenge it? October 2, 2018 Prescription drugs? Natural supplements? Many people with mental illness take prescription drugs, but there's also the option of natural supplements. This post explores the dilemma between prescription medications and natural alternatives for anxiety relief. August 30, 2018 Serotonin syndrome Recently, I’ve been going through a medication adjustment which involved anti-depressants, and I ended up with having to deal with Serotonin syndrome. April 15, 2018 The Days I Get Blamed For Having Cancer People often blame mental illness on a person rather than treating it like a physical illness. This post explores the stigma and misconceptions around mental health. February 3, 2018 An unbelievably cold person. A deeply personal story about anger, friendship, and dealing with toxic family dynamics when a friend with cancer is told by her grandmother that she should die sooner rather than later. July 13, 2016 The Freeze Response – by Joy This article was generously submitted by a guest writer about the freeze response and how it affects people in stressful situations. July 11, 2016 Long time, no update. Here’s what’s new… A long-overdue update about what's been happening lately - dealing with stress, remodeling projects, bipolar disorder symptoms, and medication side effects. September 11, 2015 I may have Schizoaffective Disorder I've posted about this on social media to some extent, but I'm sure not everyone follows me to know what's going on with my mental health diagnosis journey. September 10, 2015 World Suicide Prevention Day World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10th each year to raise awareness about suicide prevention and provide support for those struggling with suicidal thoughts. September 8, 2015 Rough time lately Dealing with stress over finances, remodeling projects, and bipolar disorder symptoms including hallucinations, depression, and rapid mood cycling while managing medication and therapy. September 4, 2015 Hallucinations. Had a few tonight. A personal account of experiencing multiple hallucinations within 20 minutes - seeing an Egyptian-style cat, a ghostly girl, and a van transforming into a clown. The reality and fear of psychotic episodes. September 2, 2015 Risperidone causing lack of sleep A short post about experiencing lack of sleep as a side effect of Risperidone medication, written both for personal reference and to help others who may have the same issue. September 1, 2015 Anxiety and paranoia Anxiety is a normal part of life, but there's a point when it becomes something more. This post explores the difference between normal anxiety and anxiety disorders, including paranoia. August 28, 2015 Ultra-rapid cycling lately Experiencing ridiculously rapid cycling with Bipolar disorder lately - mood swings happening at an accelerated rate, making it difficult to maintain stability. August 22, 2015 Delusions, hallucinations, and paranoia A personal account of experiencing psychosis associated with bipolar disorder, including delusions, hallucinations, and paranoia from childhood through adulthood. August 21, 2015 A therapist that I may actually like for once! After not having a therapist for a couple of years and having bad experiences, I finally met a new therapist. Surprisingly, I may actually like her - she has a sense of humor, doesn't force me to do anything, and I felt comfortable. August 18, 2015 Is suicide selfish? A discussion on whether suicide is a selfish act, considering both the perspective of the person experiencing suicidal thoughts and the impact on loved ones. August 12, 2015 Bipolar disorder: My Personal Experience and What it is for me Brien Blatt details some of his personal experience with his Bipolar Disorder and how it has impacted has life. Bipolar disorder, formerly called manic depressive disorder, affects mood, energy, and activity levels. August 11, 2015 Mental illness and the stigma attached to it A rant about the stigma attached to Bipolar Disorder and other mental illnesses, addressing misconceptions about danger, craziness, and the need for compassion. August 9, 2015 What is Bipolar Disorder anyway? What is Bipolar disorder? Well, I have it; let me give you a summary. A brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. August 8, 2015 After 2 years, I'm back on medication After taking a 2-year break from psychiatrists, therapists, and medication due to a bad experience with Seroquel, my symptoms worsened. This is the story of getting back on track - the ER visit, finding a primary care doctor, and finally seeing a psychiatrist who prescribed Lamictal. August 8, 2015 Bad experience with Seroquel, and a suicide attempt A personal account of a suicide attempt while taking Seroquel, including the negative side effects, the overdose experience, hospitalization, and long-term consequences. August 6, 2015 All about my racing thoughts Define racing thoughts? Ever had a "flight of ideas" - thoughts that just won't stop, and overwhelm you? Read and HEAR examples of racing thoughts here. August 6, 2015 Coping skills from yours truly Coping skills for mental illness, anxiety, depression, stress, and life in general. A rundown of coping skills that I've learned to deal with my mental/emotional issues. August 6, 2015 What severe depression is like What is severe depression like? Based on personal experiences - the physical weight, emotional drain, and the reality that it's not something you can just 'toughen up' and snap out of. August 6, 2015 More about my stay in a mental hospital A personal account of being hospitalized in a mental institution, including the initial feelings, experiences with psychiatrists, group therapy, and the journey toward accepting a bipolar disorder diagnosis. August 6, 2015 Suicidal thoughts I've had suicidal thoughts throughout my whole my life and still do to this day. A personal account of suicidal thoughts in the context of bipolar disorder. August 5, 2015 Say no to suicide. Getting help with your problems and concerns If you're feeling suicidal or struggling with overwhelming problems, please read this. Your life has value and there are people who want to help you through difficult times.
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