by Donovan | Nov 6, 2021 | Depression, Emotions, Mental health, self-esteem
Our lives have significantly changed over the past 20 months, and we have changed tremendously as individuals. There are droves of people who lost their jobs and have had to reinvent themselves. That in itself is stressful, especially when, as humans, we naturally...
by Donovan | Sep 16, 2021 | Depression, God, Gratitude, Relaxation
“Gratitude and attitude are not challenges. They are choices” – Robert Braathe Do you agree with the above quote? After much thought and contemplation about the events of my life, I agree that our attitude and whether or not we practise gratitude are...
by Donovan | Jan 28, 2021 | Anxiety, Depression, Emotions, God, Strength
To be isolated is to be separate, segregated or removed from others. We are in the second week of our second province-wide lockdown. We are in month ten of a worldwide pandemic that doesn’t seem to be getting better, and for many of us, we are in the middle of Winter....
by Donovan | Nov 19, 2020 | Authentic, Depression, Support, Vulnerability
“The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his ability to affect those around him positively” – Bob Marley Let’s face it, women naturally have more friends than men do, but it’s also fair to say that men usually keep...
by Donovan | Nov 5, 2020 | Depression, Emotions, PTSD, Support, Treatment
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of those mental health illnesses that many suffer from and have no idea trauma is present. It looks different for everyone, and I want to take the time to give you a glimpse into the invisible trauma that has many faces....
by Donovan | Oct 22, 2020 | Depression, Emotions, Love, Support
“No one has to bear the burden of tough times all by themselves.” – Jack Canfield After reading the above quote, I thought it essential to speak from a different place. As someone who tried to manage depression and anxiety alone for a long time, I...
