Eliminate Stigma, by eliminating stigma

White chalk drawing of a seesaw on a blackboard texture. It's tilted to the left with three words in green chalk: 'understanding', 'empathy', and 'support'. On the right, there's a single word: 'stigma'.

Have you ever wondered about the power of a single word? How does that word shape our collective journey towards recovery and wellness? This reflection takes us deep into the world of stigma within the realm of mental health and substance use, uncovering how it acts as both a barrier and a catalyst for change. […]

Why I Cannot Check the Disability Box

A troubled woman filling out a form in an office.

I decided to write this following my last work-related mental health crisis resulting in me “quitting on the spot.” It was the first time I did not ponder about letting go. After weeks of contemplating leaving, I began to give notice in advance leading up to that day based on what I failed to learn […]