

The Myth of Inclusion: When Belonging Isn’t Part of the Plan
“Even in so-called “inclusive” spaces, I can’t cope. I don’t belong. And honestly? I think I’ll survive if you don’t like me.” 'The myth...
1 day ago3 min read


#wearenotbeingfussy
This week has been Eating Disorder Awareness Week. Beat have chosen to shine a spotlight on Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder...
Mar 1, 20246 min read


Okay, so maybe things can change...
(TW/CW- suicide, self-harm, inpatient) Dragged from the small white walled room I had been kept in, in just a hospital gown, no...
Feb 4, 202412 min read


What 3 years out of inpatient has taught me
CW- talk about mental illness, hospitalisation 11th August marks 3 years from my last inpatient admission- a date I'll be honest for a...
Nov 12, 202311 min read


Don't Kill Yourself
For those who don't understand will think this is obvious. But for those of us who do, know this can be the hardest thing to do. I get...
May 18, 20235 min read


I’m not just defiant and stubborn
As I grew up I never understood who I was. I had frequent shutdowns, was highly anxious and just couldn't cope with what others viewed as...
Apr 16, 20235 min read