It’s taken years

buddie19, Calgary AB It’s taken years, and years of practice to change my thinking. It was a perpetual, harsh climate inside my head where I could rarely do anything right. It went well beyond being a perfectionist. It was aggressive, hurtful internal behaviour that never gave myself a brake, kept reminding me of how bad …

drive time

The season has had me feeling a bit sad, and feeling especially disconnected from my son who has been having a tough year. Trying to get him to talk is like pulling teeth, and seems to make him withdraw even more. Today we were driving to a holiday get together and I suggested he play …

How does Social Chemistry Work

Social Chemistry is a community hub where people can openly express their feelings, ponder life experiences, and find support from others. Created by Robert Hilditch, the platform fosters genuine connections and empathy in a secure, understanding space to help you on your Mental Health Journey. Social Chemistry is centered around improving mental health by sharing …

Worry wart

Vancouver How is everyone dealing with everything in the world right now. I’m constantly worried and freaking out about my business, the economy and what is going to happen next politically. Everything in the news freaks me out, Trump and Canada rhetoric on tariffs, how will that affect my already declining business. Foreign affairs etc. …

getting fired

I used to drive over this bridge every day on the way to work and dream about driving over it  Getting fired saved my life

over thinking

Sometimes I wonder if I’ll ever sleep. My anxiety gets the best of me, constantly over thinking of every situation in my life.I ruminate on every stupid fucking thing. Constantly stressing myself out. I can’t get out of my head. Did I Make the right decision, did I please everyone, how are they going to …

people pleaser

I understand not being able to do this anymore. And being gone is happiness. Unfortunately as a people pleaser you know that would hurt others. So you continue to suffer in silence. Having no one who has time to be there for you. Keep hanging on.

Mental health gratitude help

Gratitude

Practicing gratitude means intentionally focusing on and appreciating the positive aspects of life, both big and small. It’s a mindset and habit that helps you recognize the good things you have, the people who make a difference in your life, and the experiences that bring joy or growth. Here are some ways practicing gratitude manifests:1. …

Big Wreck – That Song

Trying to get this community upbeat! Literally! Introducing Music Motivates Monday’s – where we pick one song from the playlists and explain how it helps us change our mood! IMO the only way to do that is to use the song that describes every other song. There is absolutely no way this song won’t get …

confused

It does not seem to matter. The roller coaster never seems to stop. I’m high and I’m low all within hours, sometimes minutes. Every feeling seems to be dependant on my last interaction. If it was good, I’m good, it it was bad, I’m depressed and scared of the next outcome. Constantly worrying about how …