Mad As Hell: Anger, Frustration, and Mental Illness

By Ashley Perna June 17, 2019 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

Living with mental illness stirs up all kinds of emotions. Some, like anxiety, depression, moodiness, insecurity, and even abject terror, are anticipated; even understood by those of us who experience them. I mean, of course being in the midst of a depressive episode is going to result in depression – the name is kind of a spoiler. One emotion that often comes up, but isn’t discussed nearly as much as it should be, is anger. Not only is it not discussed, but I’ve had therapists downplay how impact it can be for a person experiencing mental illness.

I Finished My Second Dry Feb

By Mimi March 6, 2018 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

I DID IT

I have officially completed my second annual Dry Feb in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. Midnight on Wednesday I suppose is when I would have been finished but that was also the conclusion of what seemed like a long month, so you will excuse me for not setting an alarm to crack the cork on my first beverage.

My Second Dry Feb Valentine’s Day

By Mimi February 16, 2018 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

Did Dry Feb Get In The Way Of Your Valentine’s Day Romance

All that Valentine’s Day mush can make some of us want to drink

For some romantics out there Valentine’s Day is a big deal. Those big Valentine’s plans can often include a nice meal, and if you are enjoying a nice romantic meal it’s easy enough to pair that with a nice glass of wine or imported beer.

Canadian Cancer Society Dry Feb 2018 Has Begun

By Mimi February 5, 2018 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

Last year I wanted to participate in The Canadian Cancer Society’s Dry Feb Initiative getting in on the action in it’s very first year.

9, 585 people are going dry this year having raised $216,709 so far.

This year my desire to participate was even stronger;

tomorrow is my father’s last radiation treatment.

Will This Give Me Superpowers? Trauma, Neurofeedback, and Recovery

By Ashley Perna January 31, 2018 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

Ok, but will this give me superpowers?

This was literally my first thought after being introduced to the concept and science behind neurofeedback. It’s a fair question, too. I mean, if it can train the brain recover from trauma and alleviate the symptoms of numerous mental illnesses, why not introduce a few superpowers as part of the process? The answer, by the way, is an unfortunate no, but neurofeedback therapy can do something even better, give patients back control over their own minds.

Why It Isn’t Too Late To Choose A New Year’s Resolution You Can Keep

By Ashley Perna January 15, 2018 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

It’s the middle of January, and chances are you’ve blown at least a New Year’s resolution or two. And that’s okay, it happens to everyone. When the year is fresh and our minds optimistic, it’s easy to feel overly ambitious about making dramatic changes to your life. After all, it’s a new year with new possibilities, why not resolve to make the biggest, most life-altering changes possible?

Back-to-School DIY Watercolour Weekly Planner

By Ashley Perna September 12, 2017 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

September is a chaotic time for just about every family. Back-to-school time comes with homework, assignments, special lunch days, dress-up days, and fees for numerous activities due on a variety of dates. Even if you don’t have kids, this is the perfect time of year to start a new organizational strategy. The fresh fall air is perfect for a fresh fall start. This DIY watercolour weekly planner is remarkably easy to make and is so pretty you’ll want to keep using it.

Ashley Perna/Geeks in Art

Recovering From The Poisonous Venom Of Dr. DarkAges

By Mimi August 23, 2017 September 7, 2019 Mental Health

The Hollywood Reporter

So It’s Been A While

It’s been several weeks since I worked on the website. This saddens me because it is still something I strongly believe in. So in the spirit of creating a community about celebrating the awesomeness of being a Geek I have made the difficult decision to open up about my absence while hopefully not droning on too terribly. Also in true fan style my geek love proved a vital component of my antidote.

Habitica Is My New Best Friend, Sorry Real Life Friends

By Mimi June 7, 2017 September 7, 2019 Mental Health, Reviews

Habitica Motivates You Do Anything

Habitica

At least that’s what they claim on Habitica’s home page “Motivate Yourself To Do Anything” behind that statement are some 8 bit graphics of dragons being tossed out of a computer screen and also a few of the pets that are available to you in the “game”. Actually the pets they choose for the home page are the dragon and the cactus; which are total faves of mine.

How My Dad’s Love For One Canadian Band Helped Me Embrace My Inner Geek

By Ashley Perna June 1, 2017 September 7, 2019 Mental Health, Pop Culture

My dad and I shared many things: incredibly dark hair, arm hair that one could braid, a love of Law & Order, and an obsession with music. Though we often commiserated or joked about those other commonalities, music was what really bonded us together. In the 90s, before digital radio displays, we would challenge each other to “name that song.” More often than not, we could get it right within seconds. Many of my favourite childhood memories involve errand running with Dad, because we would play this game in the car. Canadian bands were our specialty.

Category: Mental Health