COVID Condescension

In 2021, amid family murder-suicide trauma and untreated lung fungus, Johnson County Mental Health sent me “Health & Wellness Bingo.” This condescending card—pushing vaccines and gratitude—exemplifies dangerous COVID-era mental health advice that pathologized real crisis instead of addressing it.

Healthcare Held Hostage

No healthcare until you pay the 'ransom'

Shades of Green Day’s “American Idiot”

Response to Customer Service 'Idiot' Thank you, Belle. I resent the fact that you are comparing a widespread hereditary disease that has a cure to a rare hereditary disease that has no known cure. I never said I was looking for a cure. What I said was, I wanted to ask the doctor questions about … Continue reading Shades of Green Day’s “American Idiot”

Polyvagal Theory

The author feels trapped in a cycle of trauma without a safe space, worsened by past abusive relationships and medical experiences. Living with an abuser and facing serious health issues, they struggle to heal. Despite exploring therapeutic techniques, physical limitations hinder progress, leading to a bleak outlook on their future and coping with trauma.