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MONKEYTRAPS 101 :: Lesson 1: The Monkey (video)
I’m one busy monkey. ~ Bert What does a monkey have to do with your mental health? Find out in this 2nd post in the series MONKEYTRAPS 101: Bert’s Crash Course in Control.
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MONKEYTRAPS 101 :: Lesson 2: The Addiction (video)
We are all addicted to control. ~ Bert Welcome back to the MHT series MONKEYTRAPS 101: Bert's Crash Course in Control by regular co-contributors Steve and Bert. I hope you enjoyed the first lesson and...
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You are not alone: an interview about renewed connection
The interviewee wished to remain anonymous. Interview/written by: Trish I have a feeling this woman “belongs” everywhere she goes. I see people around us wanting to know her, talk to her, be around...
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Talking openly about mental health? It’s a service to society
Written by: Denny Dew Make the most of the awful things that happen to you. This is good advice. Unfortunately, it happens that we spend a long time self-commiserating. Why did it happen to us? This...
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Not going to sit in silence anymore: an interview with Leah
Interview/Written by: Trish Leah has a nice smile. I remember it from the first time I met her and now as we meet to discuss her story, her face brightens with it. But it is fleeting as she softly...
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On laying ghosts and raising dandelions
Written by: Suzie Grogan I was always an anxious child. I had a loving family – mum, dad and two siblings, a sister and a brother both younger than me; but my mum was dad’s second wife - he was a...
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A maniac’s descent
Written by: Veva I view the journey I've been on through the lens of Persephone or Inanna's myth - the story of a young girl who descends into the darkest corners of the underworld to confront her...
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A time of peace and joy, as long as you leave me the hell alone!
In the first week of November, I walked into a drug store and was horrified to hear Christmas music piped in from all sides. A stranger in front of me stopped in his tracks and voiced out loud, “Oh...
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How to go from feeling misunderstood to building bridges
How many times have you felt misunderstood? Or did you give up counting a long time ago? I think everyone feels misunderstood at times. People make judgments, assess you from outward appearances,...
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Confusion in the 4th dimension: my schizophrenia story
Written by: Jared I’m so appreciative of MHT, because it gives us all a platform to openly share our experiences without fear of shame or judgment. I want to share my own experiences with...
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Bipolar… medication or self discipline?
Written by Trev. I would say, self management of bipolar disorder is the best option. Rather than a potential lifetime on prescription drugs, that’s only my opinion. But I would hope, many others would...
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Spiritual awakening: doctors label it delusional but one healer calls it magic
Interview and written by Trish/Gary A scientist who's not a mystic, is not a scientist ~ Albert Hofmann The room at the back of the Krasman Centre is dim and dusty from the windowless walls and...
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Coming through the other side of depression
Written by: Twyla Wilband I know what it is like to feel heartache, to feel alone, and to wonder why God has given you life. Wanting to curse God that He made a mistake giving you life where there are...
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Medicating my life
Written by Samantha Seto I was a young lady who muddled her way in this world. Lost in bizarre depression and mood disorder. With a heavy load on my shoulder, I was uncertain about the direction of my...
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The voice of trichotillomania
Written by: Sandy Rosenblatt I wanted to love myself. I wanted something to change. After years of therapy, coaching and other healing work, the world began to look up. I was full of possibility. The...
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Paper dolls: A story of early on-set OCD and acceptance
Written by: Neurotic Nelly At four years old it was said that I had OCD. I was a paper doll. I was small and fragile. I was easy to bend and easy to tear. A gentle breeze could fold me in half. I was...
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Schizophrenia: my psychic connection to the universe
Previously, I was given the opportunity to tell my story on this wonderful website, Mental Health Talk. Our friend, Trish, has graciously allowed me to dig a bit deeper into my experiences with this...
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From fully dependent on an abusive father to independent & thriving
Interview with Anthony by Trish “I want to tell my story” Anthony said. I had just finished my presentation about storytelling and he was the first person to show an interest. We tried to figure out...
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From military to civilian; the mental health issues of an ex-solider
Written by Russ. I am Russ and I have 3 children: 2 boys, 12 and 13, and a girl of 3. I'm in Cheshire in the UK and have been getting help for my mental health issues for about 6 months. I have been...
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Mental illness, marriage, dependency and divorce
Written by: Dave “Well, I've been afraid of changing - ‘Cause I've built my life around you” ~ Landslide - Stevie Nicks Even before the collapse of my marriage, this line carried some weight for me....
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