Don’t Let Illness Squish Your New Year’s Resolutions!
The start of a new year always feels like a fresh page, right? You’ve got your goals, your plans, and your motivation to make 2024 the...
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Nov 7
Am I Adulting Right? – Part 2: The Reality Check of Life After College
Okay, so you’ve made it through the first few months of post-college life. Maybe you're settling into your job, juggling your bills, and...
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Nov 7
Is There a Cancer Bell for Anger? Finding Peace When There's No Finish Line
You know that powerful moment when cancer patients ring the bell at the end of their treatment? It’s a symbol of strength, of finally...
Sheri Sobrato
Nov 5
Ways to Communicate with Someone Going Through a Hard Time
Support loved ones during tough times
Bex Betton
Oct 15
Mental Health Support in Rural and Remote Areas
Mental health support in rural areas is challenging. Discover how Shadow’s Edge can help bridge the gap with creative tools for wellbeing.
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Oct 12
The Perils of Mental Health Self-Diagnosis
In today’s fast-paced world, obtaining quality time with a doctor can feel increasingly difficult. As a result, many individuals turn to...
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Sep 30
A Letter to Today’s LGBTQ+ Youth
Dear LGBTQ+ Youth, When I first agreed to write this letter, I thought, “Oh sure! This will be easy, and I’ll crank this out in no time!...
Garth
Sep 23
Powering Thru Waiting for Test Results: Easing Your Worry and Stress
Waiting for test results? Check out ways to manage stress
Sheri Sobrato
Sep 11
You Are Not Alone in Feeling Alone: Coping with Loneliness During Chronic Illness
Feeling alone with a chronic illness can be incredibly tough, especially when you’re missing out on everyday experiences.
Nicole Gustafson
Sep 5
When ‘Normal’ Changes, You Change Too : Coping with Chronic Illness
Think about the last time you bumped into someone you know. The conversation probably started with, “Hi, how are you?” followed by a...
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Aug 15
Mental Health Challenges After Addiction Recovery
Hi Shadow’s Edge readers. We know a lot of you have been going through some tough times lately, and it can be even more challenging if...
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Aug 9
Why we should process our feelings
We all sometimes want to pretend that we aren’t feeling a certain way. It’s easier to ignore when we are upset about something someone...
Rebecca Hoffman
May 6
The Importance of Reaching Out to a Sick Friend
The lesson here is that sickness is unpredictable, and you never know when a friend is going to have a bad day and need extra support.
Lacey
Feb 19
How Bullying Shaped My Personality: A Journey from Hurt to Strength
Discover how my bullying experiences shaped my personality, fostering resilience, empathy, and the power of kindness.
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Dec 12, 2023
A Teen’s Guide to Surviving Your Family During the Holidays
Hey there, fellow teens! 🎉 The holiday season is right around the corner, and while it can be a magical time filled with fun and...
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Dec 11, 2023
What I Learned From My Depression: A Journey to Self-Discovery
Hey friends! 🌼 Today, I want to dive into something a bit heavy but super important—depression. If you’ve ever felt that dark cloud...
Nicole Gustafson
Nov 27, 2023
Take Care of Your Caregiver: Why Caregivers Need Self-Care Too!
A topic that continues to come up in my graduate Psychology classes is the idea of self-care. As future mental health clinicians, my...
Sheri Sobrato
Oct 2, 2023
How to Tackle Hard Conversations: A Guide for Teens
Hard conversations can be tough to start, especially when your family is going through a crisis, like a serious illness. There’s this...
Kristi
Aug 7, 2023
Knowing When to Ask for Help
Dealing with illness is tough, and if you’re a young person facing serious or chronic medical issues, it can feel like you’re battling...
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