depression

Yes this Texas city definitely sounds like a bummer to visit just by looking at its name.

Texas ranks last for "Access to Care" and 3rd in mental illness prevalence, highlighting a severe lack of mental healthcare in Texas. Insurance denials and workforce shortages are key barriers.

Seriously, it can change the tone of the entire day or week.

Although I wouldn't say it was full-blown depression, I know how it feels to fight the "darkness." And this change made it so much easier.

Although I wouldn't say it was full-blown depression, I know how it feels to fight the "darkness." And this change made it so much easier.

It was a really great day. The weather was beautiful, spent time with a friend, and life felt good. But, a few days last week? Well, it was a different story.

I love the little extra bit of sparkle during the darkest and coldest season of the year. And honestly, couldn't we all use a bit more sparkle in our lives?

It was a really great day. The weather was beautiful, spent time with a friend, and life felt good. But, a few days last week? Well, it was a different story.

For people who struggle with depression, it can give the listener a feeling of having been "moved or touched--a type of 'pleasurable sadness.'"

Very often, small things can have a huge impact. Next time you feel plagued with a bad day, check a few of these off of your to-do list.

Some confuse solitude with being lonely. But this is different. It's choosing to spend time getting to know yourself--almost as you would a friend.

I love the extra sparkle during the coldest season of the year. And honestly, couldn't we all use a bit more sparkle in our lives after the year we've had?