Trials & Tribulations Series: Part 1 – Depression/ Anxiety

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This one is the of the hardest ones to write and a struggle to go through. Everyone have a time where they struggle with anything; such as addiction, PTSD, eating disorders, homelessness, and many more.

Mine is depression and anxiety.

We all have our trials and tribulations; it’s just life but some people struggle more than others do. Most people hide well, but some don’t. They try for years and years to just be the ‘normal’ like the world says to be. Mental health and illness is the hardest fight to a human mind and people don’t realize the struggles we face. Yes, we put on a brave face just to get through a moment or the day. The types of faces that people can put on during their hard times: a happy face, the fine face, don’t talk to me face, and the simple checked out face. We all need to learn the faces of your friends who are suffering.

The happiest people have the been through the toughest struggles. They put a smile on to show others that everything is ‘peachy’.

Mental health and mental health has a difference between them. Mental health definition is: a person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being. However, mental illness definition is: an illness the affects that way people think, feel, behave, or interact with others.

Reach out and find comfort in others. Sometimes being around others that love and support you is what a person needs. You don’t need to be alone during your darkest times.

Cheyenne Bruce

I should know; I have had plenty. Find a group of close friends and be real with them. Be vulnerable; if you are a guy it is okay to show emotion. Don’t hold things inside to where you self-destruct. People won’t know that you need help, someone to talk to, or a human presence that just sits with you unless you reach out.

Whatever you are going through; I’ll be there for you. ( I know we may not know each other but I will be willing to be your person to vent to or just simply sit beside you.)

No one needs to go through times like this alone. You are strong. You are brave. You are priceless. You are smart. You are beautiful/handsome. You are meant to be here. Don’t sell yourself short of anything less than amazing!

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All the love,

Cheyenne

Here are a few hotline numbers for you:

Mental Health America Hotline: Text MHA to 741741. Mental Health America is a nationwide organization that provides assistance through this text line. You will be linked to someone who can guide you through a crisis or just provide information.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Crisis intervention and free emotional support are available, which is helpful when you need confidential assistance during a time of emotional distress for you or a loved one. The helpline is open 24/7, and a live online chat is available as well.
Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741. Specialized crisis counselors are just a text message away on this free, confidential 24-hour support line. To further protect your privacy, these messages do not appear on a phone bill. The text line also provides services and support if you are upset, scared, hurt, frustrated, or distressed.
The Samaritans: 1-212-673-3000. This is a New York–based organization operates a 24-hour crisis hotline for anyone in the area. Even if you’re not in crisis but feel like you need emotional support, this hotline can help.
Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255. Text a message to 838255. Operated by the Department of Veterans Affairs, these services aid veterans and their families who may be in crisis by connecting them with VA responders.

While there are many emergency mental health hotlines, if you or someone you care about is having thoughts of suicide, call 911 for immediate help.