Random acts of kindness are doing something nice or kind for another human being. Usually, the person you are doing the kindness for is someone you don’t know, and the person was not expecting it. I was a recipient of a random act of kindness in a McDonald’s Drive thru line. I admit, I was […]
Happy Valentine’s Month!
The holiday got me thinking about self-love, a great and important subject in mental health, for all people. Self-love is our ability to think kind thoughts about ourselves, our ability to keep negative thoughts at bay, our ability to (allow ourselves) to enjoy life and so forth. I got to interview Sharon and talk about […]
Reasons for Living
In the past, I’ve experienced days, even months, when I felt as if I was stumbling around in darkness. At those times it seemed there was no relief in sight. I know I’m not the only one and I want to share what helped me find my way out. First, everyone is unique so some […]
Anger, the Cycle of Anger and What You Can Do
Anger is a feeling that can be hard to control, but it can be managed. Anger is a normal response to stress, frustration and disappointment. However, when your anger becomes uncontrolled and interferes with your relationships or work life, it’s time to seek help. Anger is a feeling, not an action. It’s important to understand […]
Affirmations, Why are they important?
If you’ve ever found yourself in a bad mood or feeling down, you know how tough it can be to change your mindset. Sometimes the solution is as simple as saying positive things out loud. Affirmations are positive statements you make about yourself. They help you build self-confidence and self-compassion. I was resistant to affirmations […]
Karaoke for Recovery
I am not a good singer. I can safely say I never was and in everyday life that never really stopped me from doing it. Many years ago, I found myself having a lengthy stay in a mental hospital and at the time I could not speak. There was plenty going on brain-wise, but my […]
Structure
Structure: What it is, why it is important and how to create it What is structure? One of the things that I remember the most about a hospital stay was being provided a piece of paper that had all the activities, from classes to recreation to mealtime for every day of the week all on […]
Emotional and Physical safety and the Vibe of Trillium
When I first started coming to Trillium in 2008, it is safe to say that I was very fearful of most things in the outside world (outside of my home). I only came to the Center for an hour at a time and I only sat in the front area which was close to the […]
Reasons For Living, Find Hope In Hard Times
We all go through difficult times in life. Whether it’s a physical or mental illness, the loss of a loved one, or financial troubles, there are many reasons why it can feel like you’re stuck in your own personal hell. But there are ways to pull yourself out of these dark places! Here are some […]
Self Care That May Prevent a Crisis
Self-care is an essential part of our daily lives. It’s the little things we do to make sure we’re healthy and happy, like eating a healthy breakfast or taking a relaxing bath. But it’s also a big part of how we take care of ourselves in times of crisis, when the challenges we face are […]