Ilana
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Growing up, your perception of yourself is naturally influenced by those around you – and thus, in addition to environmental influences on our mental health, the environment can drastically change how we perceive our mental health in relation to others. When I was younger, I struggled with anxious thoughts and a negative self-image. I once […]
Katherine
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CW: Mentions of self-harm, harmful behaviors, and addiction. Two years ago, I couldn’t imagine giving up self-harm or non-suicidal self-injury (SH/NSSI). Because my wounds would always heal, I felt like there was no risk in engaging in these behaviors. Now that I’ve been clean for over a year, I can appreciate the growth and healing […]
Noa G
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I was recently evacuated for the third time due to a major wildfire in California. Because of my past experiences, I was prepared to leave my home this time. Though the emotions never get easier to cope with, with experience I have learned how to be more efficient during these times. In the case that […]