Breaking the stigma of mental illness
When people question me about the individuals I work with at Pittsburgh Mercy, those who are uneducated or misinformed often ask me if I’m afraid to go to work. I …
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Make life better for someone coming behind
I’m a lifelong Pittsburgh Pirates fan. My #1 life hero is Pirate #21 Roberto Clemente. Roberto died in a plane crash on New Year’s Eve in 1972. He was taking …
Read MoreBellwood TAP resident shows her mettle while pursuing welding degree
Though she’d given it some thought, Dallas Thibodeaux didn’t bite at the idea of studying computer technology because she didn’t want to pursue a four-year degree. Yet, she wanted an …
Read MoreLearning the Tricks to Help Keep Your 2018 Resolutions
It’s here; 2018 has arrived! A new year means a new beginning, a fresh start. At this time, many people make New Year’s resolutions. The question is – how can …
Read MoreTire Not of New Beginnings…
I don’t remember the author, but I do remember Sister Eugenia, my high school teacher, saying it. The words must have made an impression because, 50+ years later, I remember …
Read MoreTerri’s Story: The Turning Point
In retrospect, and with hindsight being 20/20, I believe that my mental illness started when I was a child. I say that because of the extreme anxiety I experienced, especially …
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