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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One Simple Reminder
Posted on 26 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Problem Solving~ Moving Forward Will Come in Time After Taking a Step Back
All of us from time to time are faced with difficult situations. Sometimes these problems may seem unconquerable. Looking at the problem from a different... Read more
Posted on 25 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Taking off the Mask
I know I haven’t posted in a while, but I figured it was time to contribute to Youth of a Nation again. I will be putting up “reminders” now and again for us... Read more
Posted on 24 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Thought for Thursday~Our Children’s Scars
Sometimes depressed or anxious feelings just well up inside you, making your life an unbearable stress. This stress may become so bad that you feel that the onl... Read more
Posted on 24 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Being a Good parent~Staying Attuned with Your Child
There are many ways that can help make you a good parent. We give up many things in our life to do so. This is just one of those things you can do to help be th... Read more
Posted on 21 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Continuing to Learn…
Posted on 20 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Humor Or Misery? Tough Choice
When it comes to being unhappy or miserable, I think I’ve learned a formula that never fails. See what you think. It’s simply this: Remove humor from your... Read more
Posted on 20 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
What’s Your Super Power?
“The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the... Read more
Posted on 19 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Which Way Do I Go?
Life is full of choices. As we grow we make good and bad ones…all of which we have to live with no matter if it was right or wrong. Read more
Posted on 18 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Truth Be Told…
Posted on 18 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Eyes Or Shoes? You Pick
This pictured quote reminded me of the “walk a mile in my shoes quote” so I ran with it. The origin of the famous proverb “before you criticize a man, walk a... Read more
Posted on 18 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Thought for Thursday~To Thrive with Grace and Pace
This is why everyday I choose to find ways to stay positive and that includes sharing it with others. I also know that I am only capable of so much at a time... Read more
Posted on 17 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
How to Face Life’s Ups And Downs Bravely~Guest Post
Emotions that we experience in life will ebb and flow. Sometimes we are on a high and then we find ourselves in such a terrible low that we wonder how we got... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Truth Be Told…
Posted on 15 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
You’re Child is Special! With Or Without a Disability
Accept the fact that your child, like all children is imperfect. You have to make a few adjustments in your parenting skills and the way you interact with you... Read more
Posted on 15 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Diamonds in the Rough:Negativity is Poison
All of us have at a time lived negatively or are still living negatively. There is a lot of negativity within us where people are afraid to express themselves a... Read more
Posted on 14 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Life Kicks You Around…
Posted on 14 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
How Does a Child Feel After Abuse? Raise Awareness
All types of child abuse and neglect leave lasting scars. Some of these scars might be physical, but emotional scarring has long lasting effects throughout life... Read more
Posted on 13 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Chronic Pain : “I Use to Be Like You”
Posted on 13 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY -
Family Never Fades Away
Our family are the most important people in our lives. this is generally true, but unfortunately not in all cases. I am lucky enough to have an amazing,... Read more
Posted on 12 July 2014 HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, PSYCHOLOGY