Erica is depressed af.

Telling my mom I’m depressed was the worst idea.

mental Health

  • These are her good intentions gifted to me. I am forced to unwrap her words with guilt and shame. Words that mock my choices; words that question my values; words that deny my existence. She’s looking out for me because she loves me. She wants me to succeed, to have good things, to do better Read more

  • I’ve had plenty of bad ideas. Countless regrets in speaking, or not speaking. Acting with emotions. Remaining logical when the room said emotional. But 3 years since I told her, I’ve had 3 years to evaluate this decision and I come to the same conclusion every time. It still is and probably will be the Read more