Category: Personal Stories
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New Year 2026 Reflections: Personal Growth, Healing, and Gentle Living
An honest New Year 2026 reflection on healing, personal growth, mental health, and choosing a gentler way of living one day at a time.
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Burnout, Meltdowns, and Learning Myself All Over Again (Again)
Lately, I’ve been deep in autistic burnout—navigating meltdowns, shutdowns, and the overwhelm that comes from sensory overload and doing too much. I’m learning to recognise the signs, separate mental health crises from autistic responses, and find ways to soothe myself before I hit breaking point. This post is a raw reflection on that journey, plus…
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Sectioned and Scared.
I have been sectioned and I am Scared. I am Honest about my feelings in this post. The first Post of 2025 showing my reality right now.
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Life After Trauma: Lessons I Have Learned as a Suicide Survivor
On Monday 18th December 2023, Jordan faced a life-altering event when he attempted suicide but survived, leading to a year in hospital. Jordan reflects on his journey of healing, small achievements, and the importance of support. Despite struggles with trauma and uncertainty, Jordan expresses hope for the future and appreciation for life.
Jordan Beaven 