Hi, I'm Maddie. I am a mother of one who enjoys anything outdoors, fashion, Chiefs football, and all things mental health (ED, BD1, OCD, GAD). As the mother of a little spunky girl, I never thought there would be a day that my body would be able to carry a life. Here’s why: While in…
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Mental Health: Depth Over Diagnosis
I don't ever want anyone to view me as weak. Mostly because I know I am the opposite of weak. I have endured what many would consider a hefty load in my life, and I have been forged in the fire more often than not. That being said, I still have many defense mechanisms in…
The Real Rock Bottom Part 1
Every week I post on Instagram, asking how I can pray for you specifically. And every week, I get replies about mental illness. Crippling anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar... the list goes on. Many, many heart cries for healing and peace. This post was initially supposed to be about ways to reduce anxiety during the winter…
I’ll Be There For You: Helping To Handle Anxiety
For the past six months, I have been praying for a way to effectively start, and continue, the conversation of mental health in my sphere of influence. At first, I thought solely sharing my experiences would be the best way to teach and reach people who suffer, or who love someone who suffers. That is…
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It’s All in Your Head
Have you ever broken a bone? I mean like speeding to the ER, X-rays and casts.... really broken? If you have, then you know the drill. Crutches and pain medicine, physical therapy and work limitations... it's all part of the healing. People understand bone breaks, because they are tangible. No one expects you to just…