I've always felt like disaster follows me around. Or maybe I follow it. Either way, our paths collide far more frequently than I should be comfortable with. If I'm honest, I know it's not coincidence. If we're cutting to the chase here, it's pretty simple- these chance encounters are pain attempting to become purpose. My…
Tag: OCD
It’s not Terminal
I haven't put pen to paper (or I guess fingers to keyboard) in a really long time. Like, really long. I'm not even sure if these words will ever make it past the draft folder of my computer... but here we are. And truth be told, I am only brought back to this page now…
Mindflowers: Addiction and OCD with Avery Wallace
Hi, I’m Avery. I love to make things, run, bake, and eat lots of ice cream. I am married to my best friend and we just purchased our first home here in Williamson County, TN. I am a stay-at-home mom to two beautiful girls, and I am also a recovering heroin addict. When I choose…
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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 Pt. 2
**If you haven't already read part one, go to the previous post and start there! My first encounter with the psychiatric facility was a small white room. It was furnished with only a plastic-covered couch. Just like the movies, it was incredibly sterile and even more lonely. I laid on the couch for what felt…
Growth Spurts 