This is something that I have always had trouble with. Probably because of the way I was raised, “men are supposed to be tough” or so my father taught me. I think we all know I feel about my father…none of it pleasant. What I am talking about is being not okay. What does this…
Tag: stress
Drowning in Silence
For those of you who don’t know, I was diagnosed with severe depression and anxiety in 2011, after a very serious suicide attempt. So it’s safe to say that I was suffering long before then. As I look back on it now, I can’t seem to comprehend why I didn’t seek help sooner. Then I…
Combatting Social Anxiety
So the following is how I combat my severe social anxiety. I’m not saying this will work for you, but it works for me, so I figured I’d share. Step 1- Get a Retail Job Now I can hear you already…”but Alan…” remember, this is how I combat my SA, not saying you have to…
Out of My Mind 