Neat Little Boxes


I have been in the process of organizing most things in my life. A month ago, I was in a severe depressive state where I could hardly get out of bed, let alone clean my bedroom, do laundry, clean my bathroom. Mind you, I am naturally a very clean and organized person who collects minimal…

Mania Isn’t The Enemy


Too often, those with mood disorders such as bipolar often see their mental illness as the enemy. That bipolar can’t do any favors for them. I know I had this mindset for the longest time until a few days ago. My therapist said, “Dani, bipolar isn’t always a bad thing, ya know.” She’s right. I…

Gut Health and Mental Health


This past week, I have been walking roughly two miles around the local high school track with my mom and my sister, have begun tracking my food intake with My Fitness Pal, and have started wearing my FitBit Charge 2 again. Today I went grocery shopping with my mom for healthy food. We meal prepped…