Speak to Yourself as You Would a Friend
/The easiest way to psychologically hurt yourself is to talk to yourself like your worst enemy.
Read MoreStepping up with Sigma Chi
The easiest way to psychologically hurt yourself is to talk to yourself like your worst enemy.
Read MoreIf the words I use to increase knowledge also increase anguish, then I ruthlessly edit my original copy and try again.
Read MoreSoon you will have forgotten all things, and soon, all things will have forgotten you.
Read MoreThe point is not to wish for these adversities, but for the virtues that makes adversities bearable.
Read MoreJim’s desire for knowledge was only outpaced by his zest for life.
Read MoreWe’ve been conditioned to battle fear and worry as if they were substances that could otherwise be abused, but anxiety and the symptom of panics attacks are not simply fear and worry.
Read MoreIf the words I use to increase knowledge also increase anguish, then I ruthlessly edit my original copy and try again.
Read MoreSoon you will have forgotten all things, and soon, all things will have forgotten you.
Read MoreThe study of philosophy, and writing about how to think better is part of my battle against the forces of my mind that would have me extinguish my life before my time is truly done.
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).