Latest Posts from Kristen Luft

Ending the Stigma of Mental Illness

Ending the Stigma of Mental Illness

When I was in high school, the words “mental health” didn’t even exist in my vocabulary. Among friends and family, there was no talk of therapy ...

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How I Get Things Done With Depression

How I Get Things Done With Depression

It seems ironic to sit down and write this post on how to get things done amidst depression when I have kept avoiding this post ...

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The Hope You Need When Dealing With Depression

The Hope You Need When Dealing With Depression

In the darkest hours of my depression, when life seems like an unbearable weight, it is hard to remember hope ....

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How I Deal with My Depression and Other Mental Health Conditions

How I Deal with My Depression and Other Mental Health Conditions

The light streams through my window at the start of another day. I finally wake up after my eighth alarm goes off. Oversleeping is my new hobby it seems ...

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Supporting a Loved One With Depression

Supporting a Loved One With Depression

Living with depression is a constant fight. And like any battle, surrounding yourself with support is crucial to survival ....

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When I Knew It Was Time to Get Help

When I Knew It Was Time to Get Help

I have tried describing depression so many times throughout my life, and yet, there never seem to be enough words to illuminate exactly what it feels like ...

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