Darcsunshine
I am a mother of 5 beautiful children. Four years ago I met my husband who served his country and now suffers from PTSD . He had two children from a previous marriage as did I. Since then we decided to have a child together which makes 5! It’s definitely challenging at times but the key is to work as a team. After I had my now 2 year old I have had a few health issues which can make things even harder. I have been suffering from Anxiety, Panic disorder, OCD , and depression since I was a little girl. Of course when I was younger I had no idea what was wrong with me. On top of all of that I developed a Chronic pain Illness as well. Now I have a son who suffers from some of the same symptoms that I experience . One of my other children suffers from ADHD . He struggles day to day but is making amazing progress. There are so many road bumps in our life that can trigger these Illnesses and I would like to touch base on some of these issues. I have researched everything from mental health disorders to parenting skills and so on. There will be information about parenting from time to time as well as mental health. In my life it is important for me to include the two…my mental health and my parenting. This blog is for all of those who need more information on their conditions or would like to contribute to the cause. The more we learn, the more we can try to live somewhat functional lives.
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Youth of a nation~Bent not broke
http://darcsunshine.wordpress.com/
Welcome to Youth of A nation! I am a mother of 5 beautiful children. Four years ago I met my husband who served his country and now suffers from PTSD . He had two children from a previous marriage as did I. Since then we decided to have a child together which makes 5! It’s definitely challenging at times but the key is to work as a team. After I had my now 2 year old I have had a few health issues which can make things even harder. I have been suffering from Anxiety, Panic disorder, OCD , and depression since I was a little girl. Of course when I was younger I had no idea what was wrong with me. On top of all of that I developed a Chronic pain Illness as well. Now I have a son who suffers from some of the same symptoms that I experience . One of my other children suffers from ADHD . He struggles day to day but is making amazing progress. There are so many road bumps in our life that can trigger these Illnesses and I would like to touch base on some of these issues. I have researched everything from mental health disorders to parenting skills and so on. There will be information about parenting from time to time as well as mental health. In my life it is important for me to include the two…my mental health and my parenting. I WANT TO MAKE THIS AN OPEN BLOG AS WELL. I can use your help by sending me your knowledge, Ideas and thoughts, quotes etc… Everything sent to me will get credit where credit is due. Please fell free to contact me. This blog is for all of those who need more information on their conditions or would like to contribute to the cause. The more we learn, the more we can try to live somewhat functional lives.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 444 )
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Thought for Thursday
Our world is a confusing place for kids. Nearly every day, our sons and daughters are confronted by some form of bullying, disrespect and a complete disregard... Read more
Posted on 19 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and Fibromyalgia (FMS) Are...
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia (FMS) are debilitating and misunderstood chronic illnesses that can strike people of both sexes and all age... Read more
Posted on 18 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
A Little Wednesday Strength is Needed
“We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face… we must do that which we think we cannot. Read more
Posted on 18 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
A Letter to Teenagers with Chronic Pain
DarcSunshine:This post gives hope and strength…please read Originally posted on noonegetsflowersforchronicpain: To all of my teen readers, My chronic pain... Read more
Posted on 18 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
The Strength I Never Had
When the pain ended and the last tears fell, And I got out of my living and bitter hell, I found a strength as strong as steel, This strength I found is surely... Read more
Posted on 17 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
I Am a Warrior
“Never give up. And most importantly, be true to yourself. Write from your heart, in your own voice, and about what you believe in. Read more
Posted on 16 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
I Am Not a Failure, Am I?
DarcSunshine:A must read… Originally posted on Shedding Light on Mental Illness: Sometimes I Feel Like A Failure Does having a mental illness make you feel... Read more
Posted on 16 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Unstoppable!
Posted on 16 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
I Have Come So Far…
“And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure, whether the storm is really over.... Read more
Posted on 15 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
There is Imperfection in Beauty
In many spiritual traditions, artists deliberately leave a mistake in a handmade object to signify that they know that they cannot make perfection. Read more
Posted on 15 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Stand up
Posted on 14 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Poetry Challenge Winner ~ALONE~
Recently I posted a Poetry challenge. I received a few poems all of which were good, but none did what the challenge said to do. Read more
Posted on 14 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Ode to the Fat Kids
DarcSunshine:For all you kids and adults for that matter, listen…. Originally posted on From One Crazy Life To Another: My special confession blog! Love yoursel... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Have I Gone Mad?
Posted on 13 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Lost and Need to Be Found
I had it once, now it’s gone Like a knot it’s been undone Was once so tight, now so slack Happy times I wish I could have back I sit at home, and feel so... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
I Am The Shadow
I Am The Shadow. Read more
Posted on 12 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Thought for Thursday
Everybody cries sometimes, and if you don’t you should. Crying is a natural way of letting go of pent up emotions. It is sad fact that many children are shamed... Read more
Posted on 12 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Optimism is Important… Especially When You Lose Hope
I have been having a hard time with keeping a positive attitude and optimism lately so I thought this might help me and others. “Optimism is the faith that lead... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Just Another Part of Life
Life is the sum of experiences that we encounter as we go through life. Day to day struggles and triumphs are experienced by all of the world’s creatures. Read more
Posted on 10 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Diamonds in the Rough
Our personalities, thought patterns and emotional responses are wired into our brains, but you can change your brain. Here are a few ways that can help:... Read more
Posted on 09 June 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY