By Kimberly Zapata If you struggle with anxiety you know just how tough it can be to manage your symptoms. One minute you are fine — you are talking, laughing, and just being yourself — and the next you are terrified. You are horrified. You are paralyzed. Your mind is racing. Your breath is heavy, and your both your … Continue reading 9 Ways To Stop An Anxiety Attack
The Truth About Cutting & Self-Harm
By Kimberly Zapata The first time I took a blade to my wrist, I was 15 years old. I don’t why I did it. I’ve scoured old journals for clues. I’ve read through dozens of sheets of angsty poetry in the hope of finding answers, and I’ve thought about it time and time again. But the … Continue reading The Truth About Cutting & Self-Harm
The Many Faces Of Depression
By Kimberly Zapata I’ve heard it all before: You must be so happy. I mean, you have such a sweet husband, such a smart and beautiful daughter, and a job you love. You are so lucky. You are so blessed. And make no mistake: I am lucky, and I am blessed. But I am not … Continue reading The Many Faces Of Depression
I’m A Medicated Mama — And No, I’m Not Ashamed
By Kimberly Zapata Just after midnight, I heard a noise: a subtle noise, a scratchy noise, a non-threatening, but irritating sorta noise. Of course, had said noise been harsher — if I had heard a bang, a thud, or even shattering glass — I probably would have stayed put, firmly planted in my bed. But … Continue reading I’m A Medicated Mama — And No, I’m Not Ashamed
Greater Than: Illness 