A Yearly Update

Hi everyone,

It's been sometime since I, or anyone, has mentioned anything here. I think it should be stated how much this place means to me. A friend of mine created this place, and I often reflect on how important this place has been especially within my very chaotic year.

I was diagnosed with anxiety nearly a year and some handful of months ago. Anxiety takes shape differently in men then it does in women; which is completely fine. However, often men are taught to suppress emotions so anxiety often takes shape in the form of depersonalization and derealization. These two symptoms are my main ones and were some of the worst things I've ever felt. I've been working on it though. If you are unsure about what those are, I recommend researching what they are if you aren't certain.

But I've been able to enjoy some of the greatest moments of my life despite it all. I think that is extremely important as milestones to my pains. I think sometimes the pain in life is worth fighting those hard battles. Even against yourself, when they are inside of your head.

Anyways, I hope this finds you all well and you keep on fighting those hard battles. I think it's tough out there and you have to just keep going. I hope all of you are doing well and keep growing like I have. I am thankful forever of this place and places where I can speak openly. Connection to those who want to be there for you is extremely important, never forget theat.