Here are five books Natasha would recommend to someone going through heartbreak. These narratives helped her rediscover a sense of self, foster a better relationship with her body, and recognise the importance of community in her healing journey.

Harmful portrayals of mental health can lead viewers to believe that this is the lived reality of people diagnosed with mental health conditions, perpetuating stigma. Already, they are often portrayed as violent. The romanticisation of mental health also contributes to misinformation about mental health and prompts users to take the wrong actions. 

In today’s world, our minds are constantly stimulated. Our attention spans are scattered into a million pieces. And that, my friend, is exactly why we need boredom.

When I was a kid, I always thought that growing up would be easy, as if everything would magically work out.

Despite adversity, some queer icons have risen to face their challenges and have become faces of hope for their community. Let’s take a look at some of these icons and what we can learn from them.

We often hear about emotional release in extremes — tears, therapy, breakdowns, or dramatic moments of “letting it all out.” And while I respect that level of expressive flair, I’ve come to realise that healing doesn’t always have to be loud to be real.