PinnedJ. M. CoolsinInvisible IllnessI Got Diagnosed With Bipolar II and I’m So RelievedThe first time I heard and vaguely understood what the word “bipolar” meant was when I was watching a reality competition show.Feb 4, 20197Feb 4, 20197
J. M. CoolsPrivacy Has Been the Best Gift I Gave MyselfI haven’t written anything here in years, and that’s both by design and by coincidence.Jan 11, 2021Jan 11, 2021
J. M. CoolsWhat Netflix’s “You” Teaches Us About RomanceWhen I was in high school, I had my own ideas of what a romantic relationship looked like. I daydreamed of my then boyfriend appearing in…Feb 8, 2020Feb 8, 2020
J. M. CoolsLet Yourself DriftLife is a lot like swimming in the ocean. Life with mental illness adds extra weight to your limbs. Swimming constantly is tiring. There…Jun 24, 2019Jun 24, 2019
J. M. CoolsinInvisible IllnessDon’t Let Your Diagnosis Define YouBecause It Doesn’tJun 16, 20195Jun 16, 20195
J. M. CoolsinThe StartupWhich Types Of Critique You Should IgnoreHandling criticism is somewhat of a balancing act. It’s a necessary aspect of life that should be done with a calm and level head; however…Apr 29, 2019Apr 29, 2019
J. M. CoolsIf Your Treatment Plan Isn’t Working, Don’t Sweat ItThis post was inspired by and is for M.B.Apr 27, 2019Apr 27, 2019
J. M. CoolsinInvisible IllnessThe 6 Things You Don’t Believe When You’re DepressedDepression is a kick in the nuts. When you’re in it. You’re really in it, and it feels like it lasts forever.Apr 22, 20192Apr 22, 20192
J. M. CoolsHow to Handle CriticismNobody likes to receive criticism. It’s typically negative and, depending on who’s giving it, can be a little harsh.Apr 15, 20191Apr 15, 20191