Author: Anna Padrez

I'm a Christian wife & mother with mental illnesses. I am a borderline with anxiety, depression, and a binge eating disorder. In my journey to improve my quality of life for myself and those I love most, I decided to blog and share what I can, when I can. I've been a Certified Mental Health Peer Specialist since 2021 and I chose that path so that I can do what I love to do; help others. I hope that somewhere, someone reads something I write & feels that for once, they're not alone. Thank you for checking out my blog. God Bless. <3

BPD Growing Up Part 4: I Survived

*TRIGGER WARNING* While I will not go into the grim details, domestic violence is the topic of this post. Reader discretion is advised.  .  .  . . . . .   Thirteen years ago, I was in a physically and sexually abusive relationship. It was with a man twelve years older than myself, and it … Continue reading BPD Growing Up Part 4: I Survived →

Loving the Impossible; Myself

How can I possibly love myself when I've basically been told I'm not enough my entire life? "You're not strong enough. You're not thin enough. You're not active enough. You're not disciplined enough." Growing up, if I received any kind of award in school, I was congratulated but it was followed by statements that made … Continue reading Loving the Impossible; Myself →