
More Reflections
Millennial Mental Health
ByCherylPaix recently had a full comprehensive mental health evaluation done. It confirmed her diagnosis of Bi-Polar II with psychotic features and ADHD but did add a new one – Generalized Anxiety Disorder. This new diagnosis is actually a very common one for her generation – millennials. In fact, I have nieces and nephews diagnosed with…
I’ve Lost Myself
ByCherylOne of the worst things that I have come to face this summer while dealing with the pending divorce is that I have completely lost who I am. I have come to realize that I have absolutely no idea who I am as a person. I know what I am and was – a mother,…
Maybe It Goes by a Different Name
ByCherylThere are some song titles that make you stop and think, “Well… that sounds terrible.” 😂 “Wish You Pain” is one of them. But then you listen. Been here before and I just wanna see you grow Want you to grow ’Cause everything that matters most That’s where it goes by a different name I…
Depression and Raising a Special Needs Child
ByCherylRaising a child with special needs is demanding even in the best of circumstances. Add depression to the mix and things can get even more challenging. I have Major Depressive Disorder and I’m raising a son with severe autism. The depression adds a tricky layer to our family dynamic. We are not alone though. Parents…
Not Every Gift Looked Like One
ByCherylWhat does hindsight reveal about the paths we took and the ones we didn’t? Looking back on our lives can be strange. Sometimes the things we once wanted most aren’t nearly as appealing as they used to be. Occasionally something we barely noticed at the time becomes one of our most treasured memories. And sometimes…