Two weeks ago, I talked about creating boundaries with our relationships. Since then, I have participated in a wellness check with some of my friends. We talked about different…
Author: Chelsea Danae
I have just started volunteering as a Writer/Blogger. I am currently a rising sophomore at Northwestern University, majoring in Communication Studies and minoring in African-American Studies. My passion has always been to learn more about taboo topics (specifically sexual assault and racism) in order to better communicate about them when writing--whether that has been in short stories, non-fiction essays, etc. Step Up for Mental Health has given me an opportunity to continue this by blogging about sexual assault, mental health within the minority community, as well as childhood trauma.
The Importance of Knowing the Difference Between “Yes” “No” and “Maybe”
“Yes” “No” “Maybe” Three words that I am proud to have in the English dictionary. Three words that I am happy that I have the ability to use, being aware…
How Support (or the Lack of) Can Affect Those with Disabilities
Living with a disability can be hard. Not only can it be hard for the obvious reasons but living with a disability comes with its own trials and tribulations that…
Why You Should Always Define Relationships
It’s human nature to want intimacy. We all want someone whether that be friends, family, a romantic relationship, ourselves, maybe even all of the above. However, I do think it…
I Don’t Know If I Want Kids and That’s Okay
I don’t know what I want in my life. It’s not because I’m indecisive. It’s not because I’m not motivated enough. It’s because we tend to believe what we’re taught.…
The Connection between Mental Health and Physical Health
I find it funny that we must justify our reasons for going to counseling. ‘Anxiety won’t kill you.’ However, when someone goes to a doctor, we don’t question it. Of…
The Talk: Mental Benefits on Your Sexual Health
This week, I’d like to discuss something that you may or may not have already talked about—sex. Whether you haven’t had it, you have had it, had too little, or…
Seeking Out Counseling in a College Setting
After seeing the trauma that others have gone through, it can be hard to be forthcoming about your own problems. Even after going through trauma yourself, it can be hard…