November 21, 2023 was one of the most agonizing days of my life. My grandfather passed away and for the very first time, I experienced an indescribable pain. My granddad was a quiet man who allowed his actions to speak volumes. He was very devoted to God and was never ashamed of his faith in... Continue Reading →
How I Faced my Mental Illness with Faith and Now Work to End the Stigma
Last year I had to do one of the hardest things in my life. I had to accept an untimely diagnosis which changed my life forever. On January 4th, 2021, I had a severe manic episode which led to my hospitalization. I was frantic, speaking rapidly, and I had a lot of energy after getting... Continue Reading →
“Girl, Interrupted”: Navigating the Labyrinth of Mental Illness
Title: Girl, Interrupted Author: Susanna Kaysen Type: Memoir, 168 pages Publisher: Turtle Bay Books Price: $14.40 Mental illness is a dark labyrinth for the mind and soul. Susanna Kaysen’s Girl, Interrupted, serves as a guide through that maze. Kaysen’s memoir is an account of her getting diagnosed with borderline personality disorder when she was eighteen-years-old.... Continue Reading →
Rough Edges Podcast
Hello and welcome to Rough Edges, I’m your host, Sarah Fox. In this podcast, I will guide you through my faith and mental health journey to dispel the stigma surrounding mental illness and to create a voice for those who wish to discover more about these topics. This podcast will not only shed light on... Continue Reading →
How to Cope With Mixed Emotions On Father’s Day
I still remember my first Father’s Day without my dad. It was a few months after he decided to walk out on my mother, sister, and I. To say that I was hurt would be an understatement. I agonized over the fact that I wouldn’t be able to make him breakfast, see him smile as... Continue Reading →
