THE PRISMATIC
COMPASSION BLOG
Advocating for Yourself in Mental Health Spaces: Honouring Every Part of Your Identity
Your experiences matter. Your voice matters. Your mental health matters. But navigating mental health spaces while staying true to all parts of your identity can feel overwhelming. Whether you're part of the LGBT2SQIA+ community, living with chronic health conditions, or embracing neurodivergence, advocating for yourself is an essential act of self-care and empowerment.
Advocacy isn’t just about asking for what you need; it’s about creating space for your whole self to be seen, heard, and respected. Let’s explore how you can confidently advocate for yourself in mental health spaces, ensuring your care aligns with your identity.
Diet Culture, Body Size & Automatic Health Status Myths.
Diet Culture and the Belief that Smaller Bodies Automatically Equal ‘Healthy.’ The Perspective from Someone in a Bigger Body, and as Someone Who Works in the Eating Disorders Field.
We live in a society that values thinness. We strive for it constantly because we are told it is more acceptable, and ‘healthier,’ despite this diet culture narrative, many health professionals ask each other, is this completely true? I would argue, no.