Self-Harm
/I merely traded one pain for another.
Read MoreStepping up with Sigma Chi
While I’ve never been one to dance with a zest for life, I’m feeling the itch to tap my feet.
Read MoreWith life spotters I increase my safety when life gets more perilous.
Read MoreA central challenge in navigating life is balancing our decisions between rational calculation and emotional intuition.
Read MoreEffectively, you’re de-bugging your daily operating system.
Read MoreRacing heartbeat, tight muscles, shortness of breath, and the sensation of imminent doom.
Read MoreMy studies led me to two conclusions. One, I was not alone in my experiences. Two, it was possible to live a fulfilling life with mental illness.
Read MoreMy return to real life hasn’t been nearly as smooth as I had hoped.
Read MoreLearning how to distract yourself effectively is a skill that can be developed for improved mental wellbeing.
Read MoreLife on the 7th Shelf is my way of sharing how a person can live well with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
The 7th Shelf was written by Dante in The Inferno, as the Wood of the Suicides.
For me, living on the 7th shelf is challenging but I have found my means for winning the daily battle against the worst my mind can throw at me.
We aim to create a space of hope, filled with resources, information, tools, and more for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. We’re committed to Gordon’s vision of sharing different methods of thinking to help those with and without mental illness live more fulfilling lives.
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Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for help. In an emergency, please call 911.
If you or someone you know is seeking help for mental health concerns, visit the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) website, or call 1-800-950-NAMI(6264).
For confidential treatment referrals, visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website, or call the National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP(4357).