Tag: anxiety
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It Does Get Better
I was only in college for a year. I went to college the next semester out of high school, but my mental health was struggling a lot. After my first semester, I was put on academic probation. I skipped classes and struggled to turn in any of my assignments on time, some I just never…
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The Foggy Mirror
Steam climbs to the ceilingWarm water gushing through the faucetClothes are falling to the floorA clear mirror reflects it all Stepping through the curtainThe light begins to fade behind meWater dripping down my backThe mirror is now out of sight Shampoo runs through my hairSoap and bubbles cleanse my dirty skinRinse away the grimy dayThe…
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That Mom Friend
I grew up as the oldest of seven children and ended up helping out with my younger siblings quite a bit. I also struggled a lot with my mental health when I was in school and eventually figured out how to manage my life. Over time, I learned a lot of different techniques for helping…
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Becoming an Adult
Growing up, I wanted the same as most kids, I wanted to make my parents proud of me. In high school and my one year of college, I really struggled and it felt as if no matter how hard I tried, I wasn’t enough. It wasn’t until I moved out that I was able to…
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Life can be Bothersome
I have a Sensory Processing Disorder, which is common in people with autism, as well as Misophonia so there are a lot of things that bother me. Sensory Processing Disorder affects how the brain processes various sensory input. Misophonia causes certain sounds to trigger an extreme emotional reaction. I also have OCD which adds a…
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Working with my Habits
Between a sensory processing disorder, autism, and OCD, I have a lot of habits I developed to help me cope with the world around me. Most of these are not great habits and I’m trying to break them, but it’s a long process. My most notable habit is chewing on my fingers. I’ve chewed on…
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Neurodivergent Comforts
I have a loose routine in my day to day life that I don’t like to deviate from if I can help it. I don’t leave my apartment unless I have work or an errand to run. My room is my safe space where I feel the most in control of my environment. I have…
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ADHD O’clock
I have ADHD so I often lose track of time in general. In fact, there’s even a term for it, time blindness. I have often been late to work but I learned to manage my time better so I make it on time or early. However, when it comes to everyday distractions I struggle to…
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Trapped in a Bottle
I am worried that all of the work I have been doing won’t be enough. I work very hard to get to where I am and where I want to go. Everything I do has a purpose and I know with time I can achieve all of my goals. Rationally, I know there is no…

