I’m not ashamed to talk about mental health. Recently, I’ve been struggling quite a bit, which I tried to get help for from my NHS doctor. After a 2 month wait, they referred me to a community mental health team, who wanted to sort me with unemployment benefits, coffee mornings and group talking therapy. This… Continue reading Mental Health | Is the NHS done with us?
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LGBTQIA+ | Pride: Queer Liberation or a Capitalist’s Dream?
Love to all of you who are not accepted, who are scared, who don't feel safe in their homes or countries, who aren't able to be themselves, who don't understand or know themselves yet, or to those who need love at this time.
Mental Health | The Medication Debate
Taking care of yourself shouldn't be and isn't a shameful thing to do.
Book Review | Border Nation by Leah Cowan
No human being is illegal.
Mental Health | I Hate Buying Jeans
I haven't bought jeans in 2.5 years. Let me tell you why.
The Worst Part of Wheelchair Usage
I’ll start by saying that I’m an ambulatory wheelchair user, which means that on given days I will walk inside, without supports and occasionally venture outside for short distances using crutches. However, if I want to do anything from grocery shopping, to taking some time outdoors, I use the wheelchair. It’s a neat little thing… Continue reading The Worst Part of Wheelchair Usage
MiniBlog | Coronaversary 2021
What’s the traditional gift for a year anniversary? According to Google, it’s paper or a clock. Could this be any more coronavirus? Perhaps a multipack of toilet paper or a clock to count the hours of the day. If you’re reading this, I’m glad you’re still here. Since the state of emergency began last year,… Continue reading MiniBlog | Coronaversary 2021
Renegades Foundation ft. Me!
I am lucky enough to have been featured by the Renegades Foundation this week. You can find my article for them here: Renegades Foundation
Let’s talk about Sia #CrippingUp
I have so many questions. Firstly, has Sia ever met a disabled person? Has Ziegler?
Guest Post | Queer Identity – Marie-Helene Bennett-Henry
We hear from Marie-Helene on her journey to queer acceptance and self expression