The Little Joys That Hold Us Together
In a world that often feels overwhelming, Ewaoluwa reflects on the reality of mental health and the daily struggle to protect it. Torn between hope and exhaustion, she searches for stability in simple pleasures.
Beyond the Scars I Made
Beyond the Scars I Made is a raw, reflective narrative about living with self-harm and the long journey toward healing. The author revisits memories of self-inflicted pain. Through honest self-examination, they recognize how self-harm continued the hurt others had caused.
I Used to Know the Colour of Calm
This reflective poem traces a personal journey from childlike serenity to adult striving, symbolized by the transition from the quiet simplicity of drawing with a blue crayon to the loud urgency of performing in red.
Colour, Crayon, and Serenity: An Exploration of Emotional Well-Being through Art
Discover how something as simple as colouring with crayons can become a powerful tool for emotional expression, inner peace, and mental clarity.
Impact of Art on Mental Health
The purpose of encouraging individuals experiencing mental health challenges to create art of their own is not to find the next Mona Lisa, but to give them an outlet. Discover how artistic engagement is quietly transforming the mental health space, one brushstroke at a time.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood, with terms like "being bipolar" casually used without awareness of the condition's true complexity. This blog explores what bipolar disorder really is, breaking down its symptoms, types, causes, and coping strategies.
That Sunday Morning: A Battle with Anxiety
This piece explores a personal experience with anxiety, detailing the overwhelming fear that struck just before a church performance. It highlights the physical and emotional effects of anxiety, the importance of support from loved ones, and strategies for managing anxious moments.
Self-harm: The hidden signs and what they really say
Through Tunde’s story, this piece challenges common misconceptions and highlights the difference between self-harm and suicide. It also delves into the reasons people self-harm, common symptoms, and ways to offer support.
