After the birth of my first child, I experienced postpartum depression. I would hold my baby when I had to feed and change her, but there was a huge disconnect between us. Or should I say, I wasn’t connected to her. My ex-husband was extremely supportive of me. He tried everything he could think of Read more about I Had Postpartum Depression And Here’s How I’m Celebrating Mother’s Day[…]
I am happy to announce a new I Press On initiative. Together, we will PRESS through our work week with a daily email. Each day, the email will reflect an inspirational concept formed by the letters in the word PRESS. In other words, I will use the acronym P.R.E.S.S. and each letter in the word Read more about Introducing The New “P.R.E.S.S. Through The Week” Emails![…]
Postpartum depression IS NOT the same as the baby blues. It just isn’t. Postpartum is probably one of the least accepted of mental illnesses because people think it’s not that serious, or that it will go away quickly. Here is what most people don’t know. A major symptom of postpartum is that the mother has Read more about Rasheeda Joins The Conversation About PostPartum Depression In The African-American Community![…]
Once again tragedy has gripped our nation in an unexpected unimaginable way. I am struggling to find the words to bring sense to the events surrounding the murder of Robert Godwin, Sr. Nonetheless, I feel compelled to address the incident. Why? Because this is not a time to be silent. This type of event has Read more about Facebook Live Showed His Death, But Social Media Can Redeem Itself![…]
I am dealing with so many health issues. In fact, I just spent the night in the emergency room. When I add on top of that everything else I have going on…all I can say is “wow”. But through it all, I made a decision. I won’t complain! The African-American community (especially the African-American church Read more about I Won’t Complain![…]
First let me say that I am by no means a political commentator. But, our country’s political climate has caused me to write about politics in my blog. Why? Because United States citizens are becoming increasingly more depressed, and the Trump administration is to blame. Some even feel like strangers in their own land. So, Read more about Come on Shaun King… North Carolina Isn’t The New Mississippi: Why The State Of North Carolina Should Inspire the Nation’s Post Trump Administration[…]
By Marlin J. Reid People have this idea that the prophet Elijah was a strong powerhouse. This is not completely accurate. We don’t know much about Elijah, but we do know he, “was a man subject to like passions as we are” (King James Version, James 5: 17). Yes; he performed the miracle of the Read more about The Prophet Elijah Was Human Just Like Us: 5 Things We Can Learn From Elijah[…]
Beauty and the Beast is my favorite Disney story. There are a number of reasons why I love this story. There are the classic themes of appearance vs. reality and love as well as the characterization of a well-read female lead. The story is intriguing. It’s inspiring, and it makes me believe in second Read more about 3 Reasons People Who Battle Depression Should Love Beauty and the Beast[…]
It’s sad to admit but relationships can easily trigger a depressive episode. Even people who have never experienced depression can admit that a relationship has challenged their mental health. We have to be careful who we allow in our space, especially those of us who have been diagnosed as clinically depressed. I’m single. I’ve been Read more about Don’t Want No Struggle Love![…]
In celebration of Women’s History Month and standing in solidarity with A Day Without Women, I Press On will not release a new blog this week. Instead, I am reposting a blog that I think might help to heal and encourage. Equality is not an option or a privelege! Let’s stand together to fight for Read more about I Press On Supports A Day Without Women[…]
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