Monday, July 31, 2017
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
The Wall….. Leaving Far Behind
Denise Ann | Blogger & Advocate, Where I Stand Someone walks by and can’t help but notice what is in front of him. He examines it closely and can see that it was not built in a day, a week, a month or even a year. He probes aloud, “Why is this here?” I sit […]
The Wall…Leaving Fear Behind
Denise Ann | Blogger & Advocate, Where I Stand Someone walks by and can’t help but notice what is in front of him. He examines it closely and can see that it was not built in a day, a week, a month or even a year. He probes aloud, “Why is this here?” I sit with […]
Monday, July 24, 2017
Blogger & Advocate Callie Henningsen shares her personal take on Netflix's movie 'To The Bone' - Callie expresses herself through gentle, vulnerable and incredibly strong words. This piece is not only though provoking & moving, it's inspiring as well. ✨ To read Callie's blog in full, visit http://ift.tt/2n4F1AD
Founder & President of Where I Stand @erin.elizabethcasey writes beautifully and eloquently about her feelings, struggles and personal journey through mental health advocacy. This is a must read 💜 Thank you, Erin - You are an amazing and inspiring human being, and all of us apart of the where I stand community can truly say that you have made such a difference in all of our lives. To read Erin's blog in full, visit http://ift.tt/2n4F1AD or visit our Facebook / Twitter pages!
Sunday, July 23, 2017
Counting
Callie Henningsen | Blogger & Advocate, Where I Stand There is a Netflix-sponsored film that was recently released entitled To the Bone about a young woman with an eating disorder. “X calories for the pork, X for the buttered noodles, X for the roll, and X for the butter,” states a dark clothed Lily Collins […]
Friday, July 21, 2017
"For the longest time, I've struggled with poor self-esteem. Through the recovery process, I've begun to feel truly proud of myself for all I've overcome. I created this canvas as a reminder when I feel the shadows of poor self-esteem surface. I am fearlessly claiming this pride" - Megan Saunders Thank you Megan for the willingness and courage to not only face one of your fears, but to share it with all of us! You're amazing 💛 we're proud of who you are, too! ~~~ Want to participate in our #fearlessfridays ? GREAT! Send us a picture and/or video of the fear you're facing and be sure to include a few sentences as to why facing that particular fear is important to you! All submissions should be sent to jessica@thisiswhereistand.org ! We look forward to hearing from all of you fearless warriors!
Thursday, July 20, 2017
Today Chester Bennington, known for being the lead singer and musician in the band Linkin Park, passed from suicide. If you are struggling, please reach out for help! You can get through everything you are feeling, and you can have better days ahead of you - I know because of my own battles won, and I know because of your battles already won. Hold on because pain isn't permanent. #whereistand #holdon #painends
"For me, I am learning to say “farewell.” It is a process, and it is not easy. It is something I will have to keep doing as I recognize my power, my strength, and my ability to survive." - Megan Saunders, Blogger & Advocate for Where I Stand ❤️❤️❤️ @iiswhoiis To read Megan's blog in full, visit http://ift.tt/2n4F1AD OR visit our Facebook / Twitter page !
"I have to be able to combat this thinking. I need to make a conscious effort to remind myself that it’s okay to be alone. That just because my plans fall apart it doesn’t mean my world will too. And that I’m a wicked awesome person who is worth people’s time and energy." - Kristy Cloetingh, Blogger & Advocate for Where I Stand To read Kristy's blog in full - visit http://ift.tt/2n4F1AD You can also find the links on our Facebook and/or twitter page!
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Kesha’s “Praying” and Rewriting the Ending
Kesha’s song, “Praying,” more than impacts me, it changes my entire perspective on life and what it means to move forward. Moving forward from heart- breaking realities is never easy for me. I would venture so far as to say; it is never easy for anyone. Whether it be trauma, tragedy, or some other heartbreak, […]
I’m Okay Alone
I like routine and plans. I live by my calendar. I love knowing that I have plans for the day or night with friends. Even tentative plans in my mind become solid ones. Someone may say that they might be able to hang out on a Monday night, and somehow my mind twists that vague […]
Send us your fearless Friday pictures/videos to be posted on our page! Please include a few sentences as to why you've chosen to face that particular fear and why it's important to you! All submissions should be emailed to jessica@thisiswhereistand.org We can't wait to hear from all of you fearless warriors! 💪🏽
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
A Chapter From Her Life
Jessica Ross | Blogger & Advocate, Communications Coordinator We stood at the stove, the both of us standing beside one another. Mom watched over my hand as I stirred the simmering pot of chicken soup, making sure I was doing okay. There was this beautiful, soft silence in the room. A stillness. It felt nice. […]
Monday, July 17, 2017
Founder & President of Where I Stand shares just one of the reasons she's choosing self love today! Join our movement and share your reasons with us! ❤️Just use the hashtags #WhyILoveMyself & #whereistand - We understand that this isn't an easy task for most - in fact, it may even be a challenge. That's okay! We only ask that you do your best to search deep within and give yourself credit for at least 1 thing - you deserve self love - here's to finding it 💜🌻
Sunday, July 16, 2017
Blogger & advocate Denise Ann shares just one of the reasons she's choosing self love ❤️ want to participate in our self love moment, too? Let us know why you're celebrating you by listing the reasons you love yourself! Just be sure to include the hashtags #WhyILoveMyself & #whereistand #selflove #hopeheals #affirmations #movement #nonprofit #mentalhealth
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