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Joy for the Depressed Black Girl

A Journey of Healing

Joy for the Depressed Black Girl is a Beyond Wordz blog that details all the wisdom and knowledge I’ve gained from living with severe depression since the age of 22 years old. It is information I wish someone had shared with me at the onset of my mental health struggles. This blog covers everything from faith, therapy, career, and relationships; gives useful resources; and provides a holistic approach to healing.

Articles

A Mind that He Would Set Free

A Mind that He Would Set Free

In 2011, I dropped out of medical school and experienced the worse depressive episode of my life.

5 Ways to Advocate for Yourself in the Workplace

5 Ways to Advocate for Yourself in the Workplace

Reasonable accommodations are vital for thriving in the workplace

Overcoming the Lies of Depression with the Truth

Overcoming the Lies of Depression with the Truth

Identifying the constant negative thoughts known as cognitive distortions

Pornography as Panacea

Pornography as Panacea

Porn will never remedy your sad feelings

Let Depression be a Precious and Meaningful Tool

Let Depression be a Precious and Meaningful Tool

What if your depression is the wake up call that you needed to make you better?

You are at a Crossroads

You are at a Crossroads

You are at a crossroads. Here's 3 things you must let go of now that are a poison to your mental health.

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