On the darkest days, when everything feels too heavy and you want to disappear, this letter is a reminder: you are not broken, you are not alone, and you are needed. Written from one self to another, it offers compassion, grounding, and hope—one breath at a time.
Some mornings feel impossible — like my body is made of lead and my thoughts are too loud to bear. On days when getting out of bed feels like climbing a mountain, I turn to a few small truths. They’re not magical fixes, but they help me take that first step — or at least believe it’s possible.
In this post, I share 10 gentle things I tell myself on the hardest mornings. From reminding myself that rest is allowed, to finding strength in the smallest actions, this is the inner dialogue that helps me face the day — even when I can’t quite leave the covers yet.
“There’s no manual for parenting—especially not for parenting with bipolar disorder. For years I felt like I was failing at both. But through tears, trials, and small wins that mattered more than I ever knew, I kept showing up. This is the story of how I’m still showing up—imperfect, honest, and full of love.”
“Mental health care doesn’t have to feel like homework. Forget the endless checklists and rigid rules—sometimes the best tools are the ones that fit naturally into your day. From playlists to mindful sips, here are five gentle, life-friendly ways to care for your mind without adding more stress.”
Not every victory with bipolar disorder shows up in a highlight reel. This post explores the quiet, often invisible wins—from getting out of bed to regulating emotions online—and why they deserve to be seen, felt, and celebrated. If you’ve ever felt unseen in your progress, this is your reminder: you’re doing more than enough.