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Christmas is too much: Managing with autism
Christmas is too much: Managing with autism
Veronica O20 December 2024Comment
The Value of Self Validation
The Value of Self Validation
Veronica O30 November 2024Comment
I can’t just ‘get used to it’ - stories of autistic young women
I can’t just ‘get used to it’ - stories of autistic young women
Veronica O17 November 2024Comment
What does recovery mean to you?
What does recovery mean to you?
Veronica O13 November 2024Comment
Not pretending - stories of autistic young women
Not pretending - stories of autistic young women
Veronica O11 November 2024Comment
The Invisible Mask - stories of autistic young women
The Invisible Mask - stories of autistic young women
Veronica O7 November 2024Comment
I am autistic - Stories of Young Women with Autism
I am autistic - Stories of Young Women with Autism
Veronica O6 November 2024 Comments
Guest Writer - Unfuckwithable
Guest Writer - Unfuckwithable
Veronica O1 November 2024Comment
Guest Writers Wanted!
Guest Writers Wanted!
Veronica O29 October 2024Comment
Guest Writer - Unwind and Engage with Mindfulness
Guest Writer - Unwind and Engage with Mindfulness
Veronica O5 September 2024Comment
Nine lies OCD tells
Nine lies OCD tells
My writingsVeronica O13 March 2024ocd, mental health, self harm, bad Comments
An Interview with Keegan Joyce of Please like me.
An Interview with Keegan Joyce of Please like me.
InterviewsVeronica O6 September 2023Interview, Keegan Joyce, Please Like Me
Please Like Me
Please Like Me
ReviewsVeronica O25 August 2023 Comments
Explaining Deep Brain Stimulation
Explaining Deep Brain Stimulation
Veronica O1 March 2023 Comments
An interview with the lovely Kati Morton!
An interview with the lovely Kati Morton!
InterviewsVeronica O1 March 2023kati morton, therapy, InterviewComment
OCD Resources
OCD Resources
Veronica O18 January 2023 Comments
Beauty Pain and Brilliance.
Beauty Pain and Brilliance.
Veronica O30 December 2022 Comments
Managing Mental Health at University
Managing Mental Health at University
Veronica O19 November 2022 Comments
Guest Writer - You, me & OCD
Guest Writer - You, me & OCD
Veronica O9 October 2022Comment
Meds and Mental Illness
Meds and Mental Illness
My writingsVeronica O1 October 2022medication, mental health, antidepressants, antipsychoticsComment
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The holiday season can be a joyous time, but it can also bring unique mental health challenges. Here are some reminders to support mental well-being this Christmas: 1. Set Realistic Expectations The holidays don’t have to be perfect or just li
Self care reminders for the holiday season: its okay to pause you are allowed to say no there is no such thing as perfect your best is more than enough #anxiety #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthtips #mentalhealthq
Christmas is a sensory extravaganza. Bright, flashing lights, loud music, crowded shopping centers, and an array of smells from festive foods can quickly overwhelm an autistic person. Sensory sensitivities are a common aspect of autism, and the heigh
What are your most meaningful moments of 2024? #storyofthemind
When asked - “What is it like being a young woman with autism?” there were are few themes universal to each response - LONELY and NOT SEEN. Sadly, this is the case for many young women. Autism can make you feel lonely, disconnected and a
article//: Self-validation is the practice of acknowledging and accepting your emotions without judgment. It’s about recognizing that your feelings make sense within the context of your experiences (e.g., “I’m feeling anxious, and
It’s okay if it takes a little longer than you thought. A lovely thing to remember from @maryfowlerrr ♥️
DEAR MAN teaches us a strategy for effective communication. Using this skill, we can learn to express our needs and wants in a way that is respectful to themselves and others, increasing the likelihood of positive outcomes. DESCRIBE - Clearly and co
This five-step exercise can be very helpful during periods of anxiety or panic by helping to ground you in the present when your mind is bouncing around between various anxious thoughts. Before starting this exercise, pay attention to your breathing
The TIPP skill is intended to change your body chemistry quickly in order to reduce the effects of an overwhelmed emotional mind; where your thinking and behaviours are controlled by your overwhelming emotions. T - temperature - change your body tem
An important reminder and lovely artwork from @vicky_barone ♥️ Look how far you’ve come ♥️ #motivationalquotes #storyofthemind #mentalhealthawareness
Yes it does. #storyofthemind
Going through a tough time doesn’t undo the progress you have made. One for myself today <3 I hope you can care and love yourself <3 #anxiety #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthtips #mentalhealthquotes #mentalhealthsupport #m
We all grow at our own speeds, so keep on growing. This is one I particularly struggle with having had so many mental health interruptions over the last ten years. I feel very behind my peers and like things will take forever. So a reminder for me t
Mental Health Meds are A-OK. ⭐️ 💊 Remember - it’s okay to take medicine to feel okay.⭐️ It’s important to manage mental illness in a way which works for each of us & in an individualised way with advice from health professionals who
Yeah you go gal ;) #anxiety #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthtips #mentalhealthquotes #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #motivational
I want to hear some stories about how you are all so wonderful and how being neurodivergent plays a part in this. I want to celebrate the neurodivergent identity and hear from you for a series on how neurodivergent people are often uniquely brillian
“I feel like I can’t understand and interpret the world the right way because no one has showed me how...I don’t have the instruction book for life and it’s exhausting.” - Katie I recently asked for quotes regarding yo
Your future self is looking back at you with pride. Something to remember when times are tough. We'll admire how we managed when we look back in a few years time. #anxiety #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealthtips #mentalhealthquotes #menta

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