Anxiety is something I’ve dealt with since high school, and is something that has become much more of a problem for me since coming to college. It shows itself in many forms. Feeling anxious about upcoming assignments so I procrastinate them because I’m nervous to star, doubting my ideas, creativity, and that I will not … Read more
I feel embarrassed, self-centered, attention seeking and uncomfortable talking about my life and my problems (what problems could you have, you just want attention). I could talk about my ongoing struggle with depression (everyone has depression these days this is nothing noteworthy) or the body image and disorded eating issues (stop using the word “issues” … Read more
I don’t want to be weak. I don’t want to be scared. I don’t want to be alone. It took a lot of self-convincing for me to take part in this project, not because I don’t feel this way, but because I don’t want to admit that I feel this way. All of my life, … Read more
Statement coming soon “Don’t tell anyone.” I’ve been told not to tell anyone about certain aspects of myself and my life since I was a child. “Don’t tell anyone about what goes on at home.” “Don’t tell anyone about our money.” “Don’t tell anyone about how you’re feeling.” It was offered in an attempt to … Read more
Growing up, I remember learning that being gay made me lesser. I remember ironing my voice into straightness, my wrists into rigidity, my mannerisms into masculinity. I remember switching out the pronouns to the love songs in my head. I remember acting straight – turning self-deception into a piece of performance art. I remember feeling … Read more