@StevensonLDN Hi Councillor… as always, here is another offer to review the peer reviewed, published research on Safe Supply with you. Your statement and quote is incorrect You have my email from the previous times I’ve offered to review the evidence with you. I hope you reach out so you

I share my story hoping it helps others feel seen. In times of physical stress, my mental illness flares up, so I have been dealing with a heart condition & a mental health crisis. It's all so small compared to the world's pain, but I hope my words bring light to others. I hope.

Crying is how your body emotionally regulates. Stop blocking your body’s attempt to soothe itself.

When I was a medical student in Manchester I developed a devastating mental health condition triggered by the trauma of the 2006 conflict in Lebanon, poverty, accommodation & food insecurity & being far removed from my loved ones. The symptoms were so severe I was forced to

The longer I work in psychiatry, the more & more I'm reminded that poverty is one of the most harmful factors (if not the most harmful factor) affecting peoples' mental health.

Last day of Pride Month - a particularly beautiful month of poems. I love Queer Poets! Sending a big shout out to all Queer poets today! 🩷 Would you share, like and follow for a Pride Poetry Writer’s Lift? #writerslift #queer #Pride2024 #poets #poems #writerslife @_badqueer

Stigma & exclusion can be deadly… When I was a medical student, I developed a mental health condition the symptoms of which were severe & debilitating. The stigma, however, was far, far worse. I was forced to interrupt my medical studies & in my despair & isolation I

My interview with the legendary @Khairykj in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We spoke about how traumatic memories can haunt us like a ghost & that we can carry these wounds wherever we go. Although we may not recover entirely, transmuting trauma can help drive us to achieve our goals.

This is so true!

Make no mistake, the chest pain associated with a panic attack is no less excruciating & no less debilitating than the chest pain associated with a heart attack. Both demand the highest level of care & compassion.

This is so true. #burnoutisreal Stepping back to rest, repair and heal can be life-saving. We all deserve it.

Last night was an amazing celebration of so many great memories and art, music and poetry! Thank you for allowing me to be part of it - what an honour and wonderful time. @poetrylondon_ca

It's our 20th Anniversary, and we're celebrating with some great poetry, music, & performances! Thurs June 27th 6:30pm doors; 7:00pm start @tapcreativityon 203 Dundas Street #ldnont Free entry! All details here: https://t.co/xjytQtGsKP

So I’m back in England & I just opened a package containing the latest copies of my book! I’m super excited! I can’t deny it, I’m really emotional. It hasn’t been easy. Leaving my parents behind in Lebanon when I was 17 & coming to England. Working 70 hours a week to survive.

Hi everyone, I hope you are all well. So the clock has struck 12am which officially makes it publication day of my book, ‘Breakthrough. A Story of Hope, Resilience and Mental Health Recovery.’ I can’t deny it, I have been counting down the days. This is a big deal for me. There

what a gorgeous poem @JosephFasano! Thank you. "become a song" yes!!

just keep going

Next week my book ‘Breakthrough’ will be released. I think about the barriers, disadvantage, adversity, discrimination & trauma I had to overcome & I still can’t believe it. This is a book for the underdog, the outcast, the misfit, the persons who were excluded & not invited, the

For the poets out there! Can anyone relate? Happy Poetry Month! #poemsoftwitter #writerslife #poetrymonth #poetsoftwitter #POEMS

This man @ahmedhankir has been a godsend to me. His posts have carried me through so much, and he has made me feel like I have permission for self-care and self-love. His compassion and heart are huge. I’m buying this book and I recommend you do too! Congratulations Prof Ahmed!