We all deserve the chance to heal; it is not something special reserved only for certain people. If you're feeling alone in all this, you aren't.

Anything That’s Human Is Mentionable

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“Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone.” ―Fred Rogers

Breathe

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Setting My Alarm

2021-04-252021-04-26 Miss Poison Writing Doctors, Fighter, Medical Records, Mental Health, Pieces Of Me, Poison In Lethal Doses, Writing

I'm determined to be prepared for my doctor's phone call in the morning. I know he'll call and try to get ahead of me and what I'm feeling/thinking, but I am still very much in a state of shock and betrayal. I've considered cancelling my appointments with him for the rest of the year; but … Continue reading Setting My Alarm

Cats Are Life

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It's been a rough week. At times, Kitten was my saving grace, curling up next to me to sleep and keep an eye on me. When I rested after my procedure, she didn't disturb me, as she is wont to do. She often jumps up at my head and scares the shit out of me … Continue reading Cats Are Life

The Importance of Doctor/Patient Trust

2021-04-232021-04-24 Miss Poison Doctors, Writing Anger, Doctors, Facts, Fury, Honesty, Medical Records, Outrage, Pieces Of Me, Poison In Lethal Doses, Psychiatrist, Transparency, Working On It, Writing

Today, I received multiple messages from my treating hospital with information I had never sought out because it was off-limits. However, they are now one of the first hospitals in the country to allow patients to view all of our medical records, respond to comments made by anyone who has treated us, and request corrections … Continue reading The Importance of Doctor/Patient Trust