humanity
Mental health is a fundamental right; the future of humanity depends on it.
Black Men and Mental Health:
Black Men are the epitome of strength. However, as a culture we define strength based on outward appearance. When the reality is that true strength comes from within and starts in your mind. As black men we are taught to be strong and not show emotion because that is a form of weakness.
By Abe Lowe IV4 years ago in Psyche
They Think I'm Crazy
FOREWORD …I resented social barriers as artificial distinctions made by the strong to determine those from the weak, but the distinction of what is strong and weak are never to be settled, so thus what becomes of strong and weak if the definition is but non-existent. I choose not to follow supposed conditioned social barriers, but base my own barriers on those who respect and disrespect. I resented man just as much as I loved man, this world was not made for barriers and labels, labels my essence became identified as. The trees know no prejudice, and the waves know only of water not of rivers and seas and the power one possessed and one didn’t. The stars regardless of how bright others shone never competed to be the one lighting up the sky for they knew the light they cascaded upon us together was brighter than any light they could produce as one. Labels, barriers and the power of man became the death of me, why live in a world so perfectly flawed when I could shower my ashes upon the natural ground, pristine with dirt…
By Ariel Wynn4 years ago in Psyche
Legendary Poetry: Elation
Elation Why do I feel this way? By all means, I should feel as though a ton of bricks were dropped directly on my head while I "rested" on a bed of sharp nails. My pain, my evil and cruel "friend", haunts me, torments me, and harrases me daily, nightly, and whenever he, surely it must be a he as he is as brutal as the worst dictator might be, both wants and desires. And so I sit ith my head in my hands curled up int e fetal position doing the best I cn to endure my pain. I have long since hoped that my pain will actally go away because the fact of the matter is, my pain has NOT gone away. What does all of this have to do with elation or happiness you may ask. Please be patient with me and let me tell you the tale that will eventually answer this important question.
By Legend Gilchrist4 years ago in Psyche
Trigger Warning
She who dares to stand where I stood… Well, the truth is you’re absolutely crazy. You have the least awareness regarding what you’ve walked into. If i’m speaking straight from the shoulder, you’re in the ride of your life sweet girl. But there are a few pro’s to the roller-coaster ride that is, Justin Pettway; you’ll come across those soon, if you haven’t already. In the meantime, enjoy your peace and self-awareness, while you can.
By Jenna Wilson4 years ago in Psyche
The real causes and signs of suicide and how we can prevent it
I felt the need to do this article now even though I had others planned, there was something telling me to write this now. Obviously there is a trigger warning in place if you are upset or triggered by talk or mention of suicide then this is not for you. If you or someone you know is struggling there is help, you can call the national suicide prevention hotline and you don't have to give any information.
By Lena Bailey4 years ago in Psyche
My Prayer
1-800-273-8255 By Logic Is the only prayer I will ever need. I don’t believe in God but I have faith that there is Karmic energy placed on earth to help aid you in life. This song is my constant reminder that I am not alone and that I have to hold on. I suffer from severe mental illness and I am hospitalized at least once every year. If I had this song come out when I attempted suicide three times I would have called this number instead of trying to take my own life. Now I turn this song up and I let my prayer be heard and remind myself why I have to hold on and that if I can’t hear it anywhere else I can hear it in this song.
By Strom Gray4 years ago in Psyche
Laughter
There are times when me or anyone else feels like they are down. Whether due to work, COVID19, or any other situations , there are ways we can cope and heal from it. A lot of people think that medicine heals your body, mind, and spirit but to a point it doesn't. The way we look at things through our eyes see one thing but our body and mind and heart say otherwise. As humans, its ok to feel down but not all the time. Too much negative energy and negative thoughts can impact our spirit and heart. When we think too negative of situations , for example COVID19, it can be hard to find a way to be happy and cope. How we deal with things can affect us. Every time I go grocery shopping, I can see and feel how people are frustrated and anger and sad at the same time. Body language is a key to figuring out how people are feeling. For example, I went to Kroger's few days ago and I looked around. I saw an elderly woman give a nasty look at a mother and child because they were wearing a mask. They were wearing a mask to protect themselves and not get sick from anyone else. I was personally disgusted by that old woman because the mother was protecting her child. Its mothers instinct to protect their young ones. As a mother, I went up to the old lady, 6 ft apart though and wearing a mask, and asked her what is your problem. She gave me a smart statement so I gave her smart statement back. There is no reason for anyone to be like that towards each other. When I got home, i still felt anger and disgusted but I knew down deep in my heart and soul and mind I don't need to be like that. Negative feelings isn't the answer. The answer is...Laughter! So i decided to watch Naked and Afraid on TV. One of the survivalist, Gary Golding, is my favorite. He makes me laugh so much! Especially in his season 9 episode 4 Forbidden Fruit when he was partnered up with Karra. They both made me laugh but Gary is and will always be my favorite. Not only did he make me laugh but he send a very good message... Consume As Little As Possible! It doesn't matter what we all go through...what matters is how we make the most of it by laughter, smiles , and love. Love and Laughter is the best medicine. From my point of view when ever i feel down and I watch Naked and Afraid Gary Golding, it makes me laugh and smile, it truly does make me feel better inside and out! Negative is bad but Positive energy and laughter is better. Too much negativity can make us sick but if we laugh and become a better person then that positive energy can help us. So if we contract COVID19 don't look down at it. Make the most of it and REST! Yes its a difficult situation but if remain positive and make the most of it then we can ALL get through this. There is a certain spark or feeling of laughter that brings smiles on our face and warm feeling inside. Laughter does make you pee if you do laugh too hard for sure. It’s a proven fact. I watched Bad Moms 2 with my man two nights ago and it made me laugh so badly. Especially the male stripper scene made me laugh I tinkled myself. What woman would want wax a mans balls and so forth? Laughter is amazing negativity isn’t. I don’t take my life seriously because we only have one life to live and live it to the fullest. Be Happy and Live Life to Fullest!
By yana reguli4 years ago in Psyche
The Pre-COVID Pandemic
Pandemic. The root of such a terrifying word sparks panic, fear of the unknown, the feeling of being out of control. The year of 2020 marked the start of a new decade but also forged a health crisis separate from the pandemic of COVID-19 itself.
By Carissa Nickell4 years ago in Psyche