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Nov 16, 2024
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...
Guest
Nov 7, 2024
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...
Guest
Nov 7, 2024
Thank You, Cancer: A Survivor’s Reflection on Strength, Resilience, and Growth
I know this might sound crazy at first, but bear with me. I just want to start by saying it: Thank you, cancer . Before you think I’ve...
Guest
Nov 7, 2024
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...
Bex Betton
Oct 15, 2024
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, 2024
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...
Sue Seserman
Jul 19, 2024
A SUPERHERO FOR TODAY: EPILECTRA
She’s Powerful, Strong, and Fast AND Thoughtful, Kind, and Vulnerable … and She Has Epilepsy. How and Why Did She Come into Being? The...
Nicole Gustafson
Jul 14, 2024
Why My Scar is Beautiful A Journey of Acceptance and Strength
This past Sunday, I tuned in to the 60th Annual Grammy Awards , always eager to see the next greatest performance or publicity stunt. I...
Rebecca Hoffman
Jun 3, 2024
The Post-Cancer Existential Crisis
Surviving Cancer: A New Lease on Life Cancer is hard. Really hard. Like, to hell and back hard. When I became a cancer survivor at 20, I...
Guest
Apr 1, 2024
Embracing Special Needs: Finding the Extraordinary in Ourselves and Others
Embracing Special Needs: Finding the Extraordinary in Ourselves and Others
Lacey
Feb 19, 2024
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.
Guest
Dec 27, 2023
Experiencing Christmas Joy for the First Time: How Shadow's Edge Helped Me Cope with Loneliness
Hey everyone! This December, I made it my mission to experience Christmas joy for the first time, creating my own traditions and learning...
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...
Guest
Sep 4, 2023
Have You Spotted Your Character Strengths Lately?
Hey there! Ever thought about what makes you awesome? For over 20 years, I’ve been working with kids and families in the hospital as a...
Garth
Jul 3, 2023
How to Support Your Best Friend Through Cancer: A Personal Journey
Amid my cancer battle, my best friend’s shocking words, “I’m glad you’ve got cancer,” highlighted the power of unwavering support and belief
Sheri
Jul 3, 2023
You Don’t Have to ACT Strong, You Can BE Strong: A Journey to Emotional Healing
You don’t have to act strong; you can be strong.” This isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s a powerful truth I’ve discovered after nearly 30...
Sheri
Jan 9, 2023
A Strategy for Dealing with Worries
At times, worry can seem like the whole world. It can darken everything and make you feel like there’s no way out. Whether you are...
Ilse deCock
Nov 7, 2022
Breaking the Stigma of Mobility Aids: It's Time to Change the Conversation
Mobility aids provide freedom and independence, yet the stigma surrounding them remains strong.
Kevyn Eva
Oct 17, 2022
Why I Go to Burning Man
Kevyn Eva writes about her experiences working at Burning Man. Spoiler alert: no sex, drugs and rock & roll, well, maybe rock & roll…
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