Tag: coping mechanisms
The Sounds of the Subway
The roar of the train coming to a halt filled my ears as I walked down the steps for the first time at sixteen. My body tensed at the new loud sound ahead of me, not used to such volumes. I swiped my $1.50 Metro card and walked through the turnstile gate. My senses heightened ...Mental Health Hacks
Life has been messy for the past month. Getting lost in a story is one of the best ways to cope with the universe’s stressors. It’s an excellent way to take a break. Characters’ problems are a wonderful break from personal issues. The book ends eventually, and the real world is waiting. Here are ...New Diagnosis, Same Person
This year has been about figuring out what I need to put my best foot forward. Change is hard and takes time. Patience is not a virtue I inherited. New routines can make a person feel like they have lost sight of their life. I was so focused on getting through the day that I ...Failure To Cope
My Creative Writing teachers always stressed the importance of writing letters you would never send.
