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21/10/2025

A recent viral story about domestic conflict and alleged substance abuse has captured public attention. People are talking, debating, and choosing sides, but somewhere beneath all the noise is a quiet truth we often ignore.

Behind every trending story is real pain. Someone’s fear. Someone’s breaking point. What the world sees as entertainment may be the moment someone’s world falls apart.

This isn’t about gossip; it is about awareness. So many live through emotional battles, addiction, and violence in silence, afraid of being misunderstood. Before we share or judge, we should ask: what if this were me? What if it were someone I love?
Let’s use this moment to remember that empathy still matters. Healing begins when we choose compassion over curiosity and understanding over blame.

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20/10/2025

Small STEPS can lead to a BETTER TOMORROW.... Exhaustion clings to me like a damp blanket, smothering my energy. Simple tasks transform into Herculean challenges. My brain screams, "Rest!" but my body numbly follows orders.

Aches and pains scatter like puzzle pieces, impossible to assemble into a coherent picture. Headaches throb, my stomach churns, and my muscles protest. The physical pain is real, but its source is mental.

Daily routines feel like obstacles. Getting out of bed feels akin to climbing Mount Everest. Brushing my teeth is a victory, and taking a shower is a triumph. I am not lazy; I am fighting.

People see the mask I wear but do not witness the battles I fight. They ask, "What's wrong?" but I often don't know where to begin. How can they understand if I don't even understand myself?

On some days, the storm subsides, and the sun peeks through the clouds. I find solace in pouring my emotions onto paper, walking barefoot, and feeling the earth beneath my feet.

If you are facing similar battles, know that you are not alone. Your struggles are valid, and your feelings matter. Reach out, talk to someone, and remember that there is a way forward. Small steps today can lead to a brighter tomorrow.

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15/10/2025

This Sadness is my comfort zone....

I stayed indoors today because I didn’t have the energy to be cheerful and bubbly. I allowed myself to imagine all the bad things that could possibly happen. This is something I do often; I poke at my wounds until they start to bleed again, then I admire how vividly red the blood is and sit with the pain and discomfort. People who try to offer me bandages feel like my enemies. How dare they try to make me feel better? This sadness is my comfort zone, and I find myself yearning for it. I engage in activities that make me sad, listen to more sorrowful songs than I should, and then go to bed with tears in my eyes.

Every time I attempt to pull myself out of this darkness, I only end up feeling worse. Eventually, I stopped reaching out because no one was coming to save me.

But now, I realize I must save myself. I think about all the nights I cried myself to sleep, the little girl dreams that will remain unfulfilled, and the kids whose lives I have the chance to change. I will heal. I will let go of what hurts and ask for help, no matter how long it takes. I will continue to reach out for support. Someone will save me.

10/10/2025

Happy World Mental Health Day from all of us at Elpida Rehabilitation Center.

Today is about reminding ourselves that mental health is a part of everyday life. It is okay to pause, to feel, and to take care of your mind just as much as your body.

Let us keep spreading hope, showing kindness, and being there for one another.
Take care of your mind. It matters.

08/10/2025

This year, ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10th, we had the privilege of partnering with the Department of Psychiatry, University of Port Harcourt. Together, we spent time with students, talking, listening, and learning about what mental health really means, especially when life gets hard.

The theme for this year, Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies, reminds us that even in times of crisis, our minds deserve care, understanding, and compassion.

We are grateful for every conversation and every smile that reminded us why awareness matters.

Let us keep spreading hope, kindness, and support, because mental health matters everywhere and at every time.

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06/10/2025

Mindfulness is not about silencing your mind; it is about befriending it. Worries about tomorrow and regrets from yesterday. Instead of trying to chase them away, observe them as they drift by, like leaves on a stream.

You don’t cling to them, and you don’t let them pull you under. You allow them to pass. This is the essence of mindfulness: noticing without judgment and embracing without attachment.

It is not always peaceful. Sometimes mindfulness can feel raw, like sitting with grief or anger, allowing yourself to feel their sharp edges without flinching. It requires the choice to stay present, even when every instinct urges you to run. In that choice lies freedom, a quiet power that emerges not from trying to control life but from experiencing it fully.

You can start practicing mindfulness anywhere. Take a moment to focus on your breath, notice its gentle rise and steady fall. Feel the weight of your body against the chair and listen to the hum of the room around you. For just one fleeting second, let go of what has happened and what may come next. This is mindfulness: the art of being present, just as you are, in a world that is always unfolding.
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03/10/2025

Quick Reminder

Overthinking is not a flaw.
It is just your heart and mind caring too deeply, replaying things that mattered to you.
It does not make you weak. It makes you human.

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29/09/2025

Overthinking is tiring. You replay one small thing in your head a hundred times. You imagine the worst before it even happens. And at the end, nothing changes, except you feel drained.

The truth is, most of the things you are stressing about will never even happen. Breathe. Let your mind rest. You deserve peace too.

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26/09/2025

What Personal Growth Really Means.

Personal growth is more than chasing success. It is becoming a stronger, wiser, and kinder version of yourself. It is about who you are becoming when no one is watching.

Sometimes it looks like forgiving yourself for past mistakes.
Sometimes it is learning to stay calm when life tests you.
Sometimes it is choosing peace over chaos. Or walking away from what no longer serves you.

Growth is not loud. It is often quiet, slow, and unseen. But every little step counts. The day you look back, you will realize you are not who you used to be. And that is something to be proud of.
Remember, the goal is not perfection. The goal is progress.

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24/09/2025

This is what growth can look like…

Not replying when you are angry.
Walking away from what drains you.
Admitting when you need help.
Celebrating small wins without shame.
Letting go of things you cannot control.

Personal growth is not always big and shiny. sometimes it is these quiet little steps that show how far you have come. 💛

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