Living with a mental health condition like Paranoid Schizophrenia can feel like trying to steer through a storm without a clear map!The stress can be intense, overwhelming, and potentially destabilizing. In my latest podcast episode, “Steadying the Ship: Staying Afloat Amidst Stress with Schizophrenia,” from the series Schizophrenia As I Live It (which you can … Read more
With “The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia” Schizophrenia is often misunderstood and misrepresented! But this mental toll can lead individuals and their families to stigma. Diana Dirkby’s novel “The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia” tackles these challenges head-on, offering an authentic exploration of this mental illness. Through the eyes of Sarah, a young woman who … Read more
Set against the suspenseful backdrop of a kidnapping in the fictional town of Vrayboro, my new book, “Three Kidnapped, Three Siblings, Three Furies,” takes readers on a terrifying journey into the complexities of sibling relationships. At its core, the novel grapples with the hidden dynamics of sibling abuse, a subject rarely spoken about but central … Read more
Every new day offers a world of possibilities and untapped potential-which makes it a perfect time to count on new and promising resolutions. However, we often find ourselves confused, feeling tangled within a web of thoughts and motives. Why not go beyond the clichéd motives and promises? Let us embrace resolutions that promise not just … Read more
Living with schizophrenia is a nightmare and can be a daunting and isolating experience for both the individual and their loved ones! The complexities of this mental illness often lead to feelings of helplessness and frustration that can lead to depression, sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion. However, it’s crucial to remember that people with schizophrenia are … Read more
Schizophrenia is a serious and complex mental illness that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. People with schizophrenia may seem like they have lost touch with reality. It usually involves delusions (false beliefs), hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that don’t exist), unusual physical behavior, and disorganized thinking and speech—that makes everyday living more … Read more
Everyone wants to have a healthy, happy, and beautiful life. But we often take a stand for it! Just when our lives get stuck, frustrated, slowed, boring, dull, and stressful, we tend to turn to thing that only gives short term satisfaction. Not to mention, the allure of scrolling feeds and reels—that takes nothing but … Read more
The Most Notorious Kidnappings To Date Imagine living happily, cherishing moments of joy and fun with your family, when suddenly one of your loved ones seems nowhere to be found. Maybe they got vanished without a trace—leaving no clue for anything but suspicion. This reality can be nightmarish, and for families who might have experienced … Read more
Have you ever read a book so captivating that you won’t be able to put it down? Perhaps a mystery, a thriller, or a touching read where the coronary heart pounding chases or the emotional moments will leave you breathless? A good novel, such as “The Overlife” and “Three Kidnapped, Three Siblings, Three Furies” “The … Read more
schizophrenia is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition. It affects millions of people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, it is frequently misrepresented or oversimplified. Diana Dirkby’s novel, The Overlife: A Tale of Schizophrenia, offers a profound and empathetic exploration of this condition. This book provides an intimate look into the life of someone living … Read more