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I was so lost when I was struggling daily. I did not know how or where to find help. it took all of my energy just to get through each...
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Donna Katko
Jul 28, 20221 min read
Focus On the Good
When you are struggling it is so hard to see the good things around you. It is not that you do not want to. Mental illness distorts our...
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Donna Katko
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Dual Diagnosis- My Friend
I was talking with a friend who is now sober. She has struggled with her dual diagnosis since I met her over thirty years ago. She is...
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Donna Katko
Jul 21, 20221 min read
Find Your Happy Place
What interests you? What makes you happy? Do That! Art, Music, Exercise, Cooking, are some ideas of things that are positive outlets....
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Donna Katko
Jul 19, 20221 min read
Listen To Your Body
Our body gives us signs when we need a mental break. We hold stress and tension in our bodies. Long-term effects of stress and tension...
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Donna Katko
Jul 14, 20221 min read
My First Book
My first book has been available for just over a month. I am so thankful to everyone who has bought the book and equally as grateful for...
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Donna Katko
Jul 12, 20221 min read
Wr;te On
It is important to not act on negative feelings and thoughts. Take a moment breathe, call a loved one, call a helpline, use a coping...
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Donna Katko
Jul 7, 20221 min read
Change This
When you realize it is not your responsibility to change or fix others, but instead... that you, and only you, are responsible for your...
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Donna Katko
Jul 5, 20221 min read
Time For Change
I have a hard time going places alone. Less than a year ago I went anxiously, for coffee by myself for the first time. On June 11th I...
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Donna Katko
Jun 30, 20221 min read
Reaching Out
When I am having a bad day, I have noticed I want to isolate. As mentioned in a previous blog, that is not what I do. I reach out to a...
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Donna Katko
Jun 28, 20221 min read
Tips For Becoming Mentally Stronger
- Take 15mins a day to self-reflect. Many times, in life we don't realize our growth. Take a few minutes to appreciate where you are and...
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Donna Katko
Jun 23, 20221 min read
Tips For Managing Anxiety
- Creating a healthy routine will help alleviate anxiety from uncertainty. - Make a point to schedule anxiety provoking tasks and follow...
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Donna Katko
Jun 21, 20221 min read
Sharing is Caring
In the book, or even in person, when I share my story, it is because I feel someone will benefit from it. My story is what makes me...
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Donna Katko
Jun 16, 20221 min read
Draw It Out
Angry- Draw lines. Simple patterns will relax you. Stuck- Draw spirals. Continuity will inspire you to keep moving. Focused on a goal-...
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Donna Katko
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Breakdowns= Breakthroughs
Let us talk about breakdowns. I used to hate breakdowns. The pain... For me typically it amped up my flashbacks, nightmares, and...
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Donna Katko
Jun 12, 20221 min read
Launch
Yesterday 6/11/22 I had an amazing launch at 1922 Coffee and Brew. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported me. Today 6/12/22 my...
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Donna Katko
Jun 9, 20221 min read
Why I Write
When I was 13 years old, I started writing the things I could not tell anyone. The writings... the pen and the paper... became my best...
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Donna Katko
Jun 7, 20221 min read
Self-Talk
We should treat ourselves with kindness. Many times, I found my self-talk was horribly negative. I was the one telling myself I was...
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Donna Katko
Jun 6, 20221 min read
Talking to Me
I am not well spoken. I get nervous around people. I get anxious around strangers and in crowds. I say and do things I regret when I am...
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Donna Katko
Jun 2, 20221 min read
The Voice Whispers
There is a voice in me that whispers... keep going, and I do. It tells me I am worth being loved... and I am. It tells me I am strong...
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