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Sunday, December 8, 2019
Sunday, November 3, 2019
EXCELLENT REVIEW of MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR
"The mentally ill do not belong in jails
This memoir offers an insider's viewpoint on the author's insanity and details the striking incompetence of a system of psychiatric care which leads to her incarceration. For years, Stephanie is not allowed to stay in hospitals long enough to reach recovery, as her insurance will not pay, and her psychosis is allowed to continue. As she is released from hospitals again and again, still unwell, her psychosis worsens. Finally, as her psychosis comes to its climax, she believes she must set her apartment on fire to benefit those around her by killing "witches."
Following her arson, she spends a month in a hospital, psychotic and not improving. She is then transferred to jail where she lingers in solitary confinement for months, too psychotic to even know where she is, unaware that she is even incarcerated. She is then transferred to another hospital. It takes over a year in that psychiatric hospital, but Stephanie finally receives the care she needs, and finds a medication regimen that works for her. Her sanity is restored, and she resumes a normal life. The book ends with hope.
This book is eye-opening to the failure of the system of psychiatric care in America. There is need for change in the system of care where people like Stephanie fall through the cracks. Had she been hospitalized long enough at the beginning, and received the care that she so badly needed-- and deserved-- at the onset, she would never have committed a crime, or ended up behind bars."
Following her arson, she spends a month in a hospital, psychotic and not improving. She is then transferred to jail where she lingers in solitary confinement for months, too psychotic to even know where she is, unaware that she is even incarcerated. She is then transferred to another hospital. It takes over a year in that psychiatric hospital, but Stephanie finally receives the care she needs, and finds a medication regimen that works for her. Her sanity is restored, and she resumes a normal life. The book ends with hope.
This book is eye-opening to the failure of the system of psychiatric care in America. There is need for change in the system of care where people like Stephanie fall through the cracks. Had she been hospitalized long enough at the beginning, and received the care that she so badly needed-- and deserved-- at the onset, she would never have committed a crime, or ended up behind bars."
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Monday, September 23, 2019
CONGRATS TO ME ON BOOK #10!!!
By Stephanie Anne Allen
Within the last couple days, I have published How to Survive Addiction. This is the 9th book in the How to Survive Series. Other books in the series are about depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, schizoaffective disorder, and eating disorders. These uplifting and empowering self-help books offer insight, inspiration, encouragement, and tips on how to cope.
My very first book is titled My Mental Madness Memoir. This is a first-hand account of dealing with mental illness. It is raw, honest, intriguing, and compelling. This book is 100% unique and one-of-a-kind. The author takes you deep into the mind of someone with severe mental illness and shows you that it is possible to not only survive but to thrive. The author beats all the given odds and emerges victorious.
I just want everyone to know that I wasn’t always stable. I suffered debilitating mental illnesses. I went through hell. But with love, faith, hope, strength, and courage, I was able to defy all the odds. I want everyone to know that they too can overcome any hardship, difficulty, or problem. Please use my books as guides in your journey of recovery.
Comment from a book fan:
“…It has helped transform my life in such a way I cannot explain.”
Let my books transform your life also!
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Within the last couple days, I have published How to Survive Addiction. This is the 9th book in the How to Survive Series. Other books in the series are about depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, schizoaffective disorder, and eating disorders. These uplifting and empowering self-help books offer insight, inspiration, encouragement, and tips on how to cope.
My very first book is titled My Mental Madness Memoir. This is a first-hand account of dealing with mental illness. It is raw, honest, intriguing, and compelling. This book is 100% unique and one-of-a-kind. The author takes you deep into the mind of someone with severe mental illness and shows you that it is possible to not only survive but to thrive. The author beats all the given odds and emerges victorious.
I just want everyone to know that I wasn’t always stable. I suffered debilitating mental illnesses. I went through hell. But with love, faith, hope, strength, and courage, I was able to defy all the odds. I want everyone to know that they too can overcome any hardship, difficulty, or problem. Please use my books as guides in your journey of recovery.
Comment from a book fan:
“…It has helped transform my life in such a way I cannot explain.”
Let my books transform your life also!
MY AUTHOR'S PAGE
#mentalhealth
#mentalhealthawareness
#books
#inspiration
#inspirational
#psychology
#mentalillness
#memoirs
#autobiography
Saturday, August 24, 2019
EXCELLENT & POSITIVE REVIEW of MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR by READER
MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR BY STEPHANIE ANNE ALLEN
"Brutal...
Stephanie Ann Allen takes us on a journey through her life and the struggles that she has had with multiple mental illnesses in this memoir.
Let me start off by saying that I can relate to it all... the psychosis, the childhood bullying, not fitting in and feeling awkward, the alleged rape, the delusions, the weight gain, the depression, the self-mutilation, the suicide attempts, all of it. I have indeed been throug...h it all as well. I will be candid here and say that I share some of the same diagnosis as the author who wrote this book. But this book isn't just about me and it's not just about the author. This book is a testament to the things that we face, that we fear, that we struggle with every single day of our lives. As people with mental illness our lives are not easy. Simply seeing things straight most days is not easy. We are constantly battling with our own minds and thoughts. The author is a very brave individual to share so much about herself and her struggles.
As a book itself I feel that it needs a few finishing touches and final polishes to make things a little easier on the readers and the target audience of the book:
If you don't relate to the narrator in any way you will find the writing very dry and raw. The book could really do with some filler and/or dialogue as it is just straight facts written here. As a reader looking in from the outside it is hard to build up emotion for the narrator when it is written in this manner. That along with the bold, block text makes it very difficult to read.
This book is not an easy read to begin with as some of the points that are brought up are heartbreaking to say the least. It is quite unimaginable that one person could go through so much and still come out on the other side. I always look up to individuals who are able to do that.
To the author of this book I say that you are a very strong and beautiful individual. I thank you for sharing your story with us. ❤️"
"Brutal...
Stephanie Ann Allen takes us on a journey through her life and the struggles that she has had with multiple mental illnesses in this memoir.
Let me start off by saying that I can relate to it all... the psychosis, the childhood bullying, not fitting in and feeling awkward, the alleged rape, the delusions, the weight gain, the depression, the self-mutilation, the suicide attempts, all of it. I have indeed been throug...h it all as well. I will be candid here and say that I share some of the same diagnosis as the author who wrote this book. But this book isn't just about me and it's not just about the author. This book is a testament to the things that we face, that we fear, that we struggle with every single day of our lives. As people with mental illness our lives are not easy. Simply seeing things straight most days is not easy. We are constantly battling with our own minds and thoughts. The author is a very brave individual to share so much about herself and her struggles.
As a book itself I feel that it needs a few finishing touches and final polishes to make things a little easier on the readers and the target audience of the book:
If you don't relate to the narrator in any way you will find the writing very dry and raw. The book could really do with some filler and/or dialogue as it is just straight facts written here. As a reader looking in from the outside it is hard to build up emotion for the narrator when it is written in this manner. That along with the bold, block text makes it very difficult to read.
This book is not an easy read to begin with as some of the points that are brought up are heartbreaking to say the least. It is quite unimaginable that one person could go through so much and still come out on the other side. I always look up to individuals who are able to do that.
To the author of this book I say that you are a very strong and beautiful individual. I thank you for sharing your story with us. ❤️"
Saturday, July 20, 2019
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Tuesday, June 4, 2019
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Wednesday, January 30, 2019
OUTSTANDING NARRATOR'S REVIEW NOW RELEASED TO PUBLIC!
"Hi Listeners!
Isn’t Stephanie the coolest?
Not only do I have the awesome privilege of narrating her books, but she
personally sends me a signed copy of each of them! I’m blown away that she asks me to add in my
thoughts at the end too, which is such an honor.
It makes me feel so happy to be a part of her journey in
changing lives. Kudos to you for
listening to this book. That shows me
that you are ready to make a positive change in your life. I just know you can and will do it!
I promise you that if you have the courage to follow her
tips, you will overcome your mental illness.
It’s definitely no walk in the park, but Stephanie and I both know you
have the power in you.
Don’t worry about the naysayers, they may never get it so
don’t let it bother you.
Just focus on you and how wonderful you are going to make
your life! You can overcome any
adversity. You have the strength in
you. Believe it! Never give up. Take your life back, take the necessary
action, get back up when you fall (it may happen a lot-just be patient and
never give up) and be happy because you so deserve it!
God bless!
Holly Holt"
Narrator for Stephanie Anne AllenAuthor of MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR &
THE HOW TO SURVIVE SERIES
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from there you can read Stephanie Anne Allen's bio and info about all her books. Then you can choose whether you want to purchase them in kindle, paperback, or audiobook version.
Friday, January 11, 2019
From back cover: MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR
From back cover of the quickly emerging book MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR...
"This chilling, shocking, interesting, and intriguing true story takes you deep into the mind of the author who suffers from several severe mental illnesses. The author describes in detail all the insanity, disturbing behaviors, oppressive symptoms, and various feelings associated with the mental battles within her own mind.
The author suffers from clinical depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and borderline personality disorder. She struggles with social thoughts and attempts, self-mutilating behaviors, mania, paranoia, anxiety, and psychosis with intense halluncinations of all five of her senses, and multiple delusions, including the belief that she is the "second-coming of Christ".
Take this journey with the author as her life takes rapid turns for the worst... But after years of being extremely mentally unstable, she acquires the courage, strength, hope, and faith she needs to understand, accept, and lives with her illnesses. Only then is she able to turn her once miserable and fearful life around."
Available in ebook, paperback, & audiobook. Get yourself and a friend a copy today!
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Saturday, January 5, 2019
SEE WHAT THE AUDIENCE THINKS OF MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR...
2 OUTSTANDING COMMENTS ON MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR
Latest Review on MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR
5 out of 5 stars
"Fascinating, terrifying, and utterly real
December 30, 2018
Stephanie Allen’s harrowing account of her journey through mental illness is bold, unflinching, and honest. Never before have I read a memoir that takes the reader so completely into the mind of its author. In writing this remarkable book, Ms. Allen has selflessly allowed us to witness both the low points and triumphs of her life to date. You will emerge from her story with a deep appreciation for the complexity and power of the human mind."
Awesome feedback on MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR!
"Stephanie ...What a wonderful book! I think you are so brave to have shared your story. I must admit I was intrigued by you and your story, from all your posts on Facebook it seems like you really wanted to help people and I was intrigued to find out what was driving you. It sounds like you have had a really tough time, I understand, I suffer from psychosis as well and it took me years before I got the medication I needed. I thought your memoir was brilliant, honest without being brutal and a real message of hope that you can come through years of suffering. I think it also highlights the need for better treatment for mental illness and does raise questions about why you had to suffer for so long before you got the help you needed. But well done for coming through it and well done for sharing your story... I can only hope I inspire people as much as you..."
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Saturday, December 29, 2018
WANTING BETTER MENTAL HEALTH IN 2019?
RESOLVING TO BETTER YOUR MENTAL HEALTH THIS NEW YEAR!
As 2018 is about to end and 2019 is about to begin, we often
begin to ponder life and ask ourselves some very important questions regarding
our hopes, our dreams, and our goals for the new year. We also may reflect on all the things we did
not accomplish that we had hoped we would this past year. We may feel a mix of joy and sadness. Of hope and of fear. Of anticipation and of anxiety.
This year what I would like to see everyone focus on is their
own mental health. There are so many out
there who are suffering in silence because of ignorance, fear of rejection and
judgement, stigma, and feeling that no one would understand them.
And all of that is completely valid. I will not downgrade or deny you of feeling
those emotions. But take hold of all of
that and choose to help yourself. Be
your own best friend and seek help for your depression, mania, loneliness,
emptiness, psychosis, despair, grief, anxiety, anger, whatever it may be. Others will judge. Others will stare. Others will talk. And it does hurt. But let them, because those people are not
worth your time. You are worth far more
than the pointed hatred of someone slandering you for having a mental illness.
Find the self-respect and the self-love deep within
you. Use that to propel yourself forward
in a positive direction towards recovery.
A perfect place to start would be by reading or listening to one of my
inspirational mental health recovery books:
·
My Mental Madness Memoir
·
How to Survive Depression
·
How to Survive Bipolar Disorder
·
How to Survive Schizophrenia
·
How to Survive Anxiety
·
How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder
·
How to Survive PTSD
I wish you all the best of luck in your journey of recovery
from mental illness!
Much love,
Much love,
-Stephanie Anne Allen
Author's Page: www.amazon.com/author/allenstephanie
Thursday, December 6, 2018
Turning the Horror of Mental Illness into Positivity and Inspiration
OBJECTIVE
My pen name
is Stephanie Anne Allen, and I am writing this post to bring hope and
inspiration to all those with mental illness.
I want to be a
prime
example of how you can not only survive the greatest of adversities, but you
can also thrive. You can turn the pain
into something very positive and productive.
MY STORY
I’ve been
diagnosed with many different mental illnesses over the years. They include
depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder,
borderline personality disorder, and an anxiety disorder. The psychiatrists tried nearly every
medication available out there on me. Most
medications didn’t work and the ones that did, had bad side effects. I struggled for years and tried endlessly to
make sense of my own existence. I was in
and out of psych hospitals all my life.
I tried to commit suicide several times and was addicted to
self-mutilation. All I wanted and longed
for was death. There just seemed to be no
hope out there, and I felt like no one even cared about me. I felt totally lonely and ashamed for having
“mental problems”.
When I was
manic, I had racing thoughts, impulsive and risky behaviors, and I had
delusions of grandeur. I had major
trouble sleeping and had an excess amount of energy. My moods shifting rapidly from one extreme to
the other—up and down, just like a roller coaster.
When I was
psychotic, I suffered from delusions of all sorts and from hallucinations of
all 5 senses. I thought I was the
“savior of medical science”. I even
believed at one point that I was the “second-coming of Christ”. I saw, felt, tasted, heard, and smelled
things that weren’t really there. I
believed I was going to be killed and raped by perpetrators, and this lasted from
2005 to 2016. Can you even imagine
living for the fear of your safety and your very life for 11 years? Not easy.
Anyways, having
mental illness caused me to lose everything accept my own life! I lost friendships, relationships, jobs,
cars, homes, and even my freedom at several points. I committed a crime due to my insanity, and
while being locked up I got my life back together.
HOW I TURNED MY LIFE AROUND
It was not
easy, but I managed to go from rock bottom all the way to the top. I found the courage, strength, faith, and
hope I needed to overcome the greatest of odds.
I realized
finally, while incarcerated, that I indeed was mentally ill and that it was
nothing to be ashamed of. The doctors
stabilized me on meds and I was able to get the therapeutic treatment I
needed. I learned about what causes me
to get to that point of psychosis.
Stress was a key! So, I now know
I cannot stress myself out. I have to do
things at my own pace. I have learned
coping skills for when I feel stressed.
I gained much insight into my mental illness and how I can “deal”
effectively with the symptoms as they present themselves.
I realized
that I am not alone. I am a worthwhile
person with purpose who deserves dignity and respect. I am on this Earth for a reason. The greatest love of all is self-love. Never give up! Everything happens for a reason. Never lose faith and hope!
MY LIFE TODAY
Today, I am
39-years-old, but I have the wisdom of an 80 year old woman. After being released from the state hospital,
I have written seven books in under two years.
One memoir and six self-help books.
My Mental
Madness Memoir is a deep look into my mind.
You can learn my whole life story in depth and clarity. It is a very emotion-provoking book. The reader is taken on a journey through the
insanity. Readers can take full
participation into the author’s thoughts and feelings. It is quite unique, because I hide absolutely
nothing. This is an extremely real,
one-of-a-kind, page-turning book. You
will see me at my very best and feel my joy, but you will also feel my pain and
see how I persevered through it all.
I have also
written the How to Survive Series. Out
currently are ones on depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, borderline
personality disorder, and PTSD. These
powerful self-help books offer the reader insight and inspiration. They provide hope and tips on how to
effectively cope.
I have
inspired hundreds of people through these books! I love that I am now very happy and have
found my calling and purpose in this life.
Without all the pain and adversity, I would have never accomplished
that. I would not be the person I am
today. I have gained a great deal more
compassion, love, empathy, understanding, and wisdom.
I did suffer,
and I suffered terribly, but I turned it all around and now I am using the pain
for the benefit of those who are going through all that I have. I have made a great life from a very rocky
foundation. But I did it. And you can too! You can become and do
anything you want in your life. The
opportunities are endless. Make your
life one that will never be forgotten!
About the author
Stephanie
Anne Allen is the quickly emerging author of My Mental Madness Memoir, How to
Survive Depression, How to Survive Bipolar Disorder, How to Survive
Schizophrenia, How to Survive Anxiety, How to Survive Borderline Personality
Disorder (BPD), and How to Survive PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder). She holds a BA in clinical psychology and is
a former case manager for the mentally ill.
She also has a lifetime of personal experience with mental illness. Ms.
Allen is also a NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) peer support group
facilitator.
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Monday, November 26, 2018
Tuesday, November 20, 2018
HOW TO GIVE A MEANINGFUL GIFT THIS CHRISTMAS
Are you unsure
of what to give a loved one this coming Christmas? Another toy?
Perhaps an outfit? Maybe perfume? Sure, the list goes on and on with ideas of
what would be the perfect gift. But really
do they NEED another toy, another outfit, or another bottle of perfume?? Sure, those might seem to be nice, and even
expensive, but are they truly meaningful and thoughtful? Do they truly come from the heart?? I think not!
Why not give
a gift that offers your support and encouragement? Why not offer a gift that will benefit the recipient? A gift that shows that you love and care for
them… a gift that will help them… a gift that may even save their life!!
Ok. You may be wondering what this gift could be…
????????????????
Have you ever
given someone you love a self-help book?
Self-help books can motivate and encourage individuals to better themselves. Self-help books often inspire a reader to make
needed changes in their lives. Self-help
books are also defined as self-development books, and that is exactly what they
do!! They help the reader “develop” a
better “self”!
There are
many, many, self help books out there, so you may be wondering where to start. How about reading books from an author who has
not only been a mental health professional, but has also suffered from mental
illness for over 25 years? This author
would surely be very well-rounded and extremely creditable. She’s seen been sides of the “mental health”
epidemic, and also she has even earned a degree in clinical psychology.
Sure, if an
author like that exists, I would surely read mental health recovery books
written by her!!
Well, an author like
that does exist. Check out the following
books:
·
My
Mental Madness Memoir
·
How
to Survive Depression
·
How
to Survive Bipolar Disorder
·
How
to Survive Schizophrenia
·
How
to Survive Anxiety
·
How
to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
·
How
to Survive PTSD
(All books
available in eBook, paperback, and audiobook)
Amazing
titles? Yes, I think so. And what is astonishingly
amazing is that the author suffered with all those conditions and still defied the
odds and emerged from the depths of Hell.
She overcame pain and suffering, and she achieved a happy existence with
mental stability. And has been given another chance at life.
Who is this author? Well, frankly, she is ME! And I want you to know that I have written these
books to reach out to those in need.
There are so many people that need help, and these books can be a great starting
point or used for reference and inspiration by those who suffer silently. I need you to help your loved ones. And this is where to begin, as you can offer
these books as aides in someone’s journey of recovery.
Much love to
you all this holiday season! Stay strong
and keep marching forward! You are loved!
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Tuesday, November 13, 2018
A COMMENT ALL MUST SEE NOW!
BY: Virginia Wilkins
“What I love about your self help books is that the are
truthful, informative, realistic, easy to read, gets to the point, and you
share your experiences which give hope.
You do not exclude God, which is very important, because He is the real
key to every part of one’s life. Yet,
you do not push Him on anyone… Even through a persons healing process, you give
choice. And I love the fact you are compassionate…
the genuine concern for others to get help and heal… You express unconditional
love and care in your books and it can be felt…
I have never read any books to be as warm, real, and full of compassion,
that is really reaching out to the reader of your books… You pour your love
into helping others. I say you have
truly found your passionate assignment from God, your purpose for being here,
and all you went through… Your pleasing in the eyes of God… Continue to grow in
Christ daily as you encourage others to accept life as it is and not give up on
hope, faith, and very important themselves and others… You encourage so many to hold on, and do more
than survive but live…”
Learn more about my books now!
My Mental Madnesss Memoir
How to Survive Depression
How to Survive Bipolar Disorder
How to Survive Schizophrenia
How to Survive Anxiety
How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder
How to Survive PTSD
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Thursday, November 8, 2018
Showing Gratitude During Thanksgiving...
By: STEPHANIE ANNE ALLEN (AUTHOR of My Mental Madness Memoir, How to Survive Depression, How to Survive Bipolar Disorder, How to Survive Schizophrenia, How to Survive Anxiety, How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder, and How to Survive PTSD)
Thanksgiving
is just one day a year that we should show how thankful we are for the things
in our lives. But truthfully, we should
be grateful every day, even if it’s only for the little things. Life itself is a gift to be thankful for. God and your parents gave you life, and if
this is all you think you have to be grateful for, then show your gratitude for
that.
It’s the
little things in life that many of us that for granted. We are richer than you could ever
imagine. We have families and we have friends. We have jobs, homes, and cars. We have beds to sleep in and electricity to provide
us light. We often overlook the greatness
of all that and simply conclude that we deserve it or are obligated to receive
those things. But friends we are not
entitled to anything. What we do have is
a gift from God. And we should be thankful
for all of it.
When you
lose all the little things, it is at that time that you realize how blessed you
truly were. But then it may be too late…
There are
people in your life, that you say you love, that struggle every single
day. They struggle to keep food on the table
or to pay for running water. But I’d like
to focus this on the loved ones in your life that suffer from mental illness. Many struggle in silence, because of stigma
and the fear of being judged. I
encourage you to reach out to those who need a helping hand. Give them a hand, and you may be the one to
save a life.
God put
these people in your life, so that you would learn to love unconditionally. We must trust in his purpose for us. Our purpose is to spread love to one
another. Love those struggling with
mental illness, by showing them how much you care. Show them that they matter to you. These are people who you loved before they
got sick, so please love them now in their darkened times. They are the same person they were before. They are just sick with an illness that
affects their brain.
You can help
these people greatly by helping them help themselves. Offer them the resources they need to restore
and rebuild their lives.
I have
authored 7 inspirational books on mental health recovery. These books empower the reader by offering
hope, inspiration, encouragement, insight, and tips on how to cope. I myself was one who dealt with a tremendous
amount of internal pain. But I survived. Use my life as an example and a model on
which you can help others.
My Mental
Madness Memoir is a powerful book that dives deep into the depressed, manic,
borderline, delusional, and psychotic mind.
It is a painful story, but also one that shows how I beat all the given
odds my finding the courage, strength, faith, hope, and love to overcome it
all.
The How to
Survive Series includes: How to Survive Depression, How to Survive Bipolar
Disorder, How to Survive Schizophrenia, How to Survive Anxiety, How to Survive Borderline
Personality Disorder, and How to Survive PTSD.
These are
the perfect gifts to give to someone whom you are blessed to have part of your
life. Show your gratitude and appreciation
for them by giving them the gift of hope and love. Show them how much them mean to you and how
much you support them during their struggle.
You can find
all my books on Amazon in eBook, paperback, and audiobook.
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Sunday, November 4, 2018
HOLIDAY GIVEAWAYS #1 on Inspirational Mental Illness Recovery Books!
Friends and book fans, I am thrilled to be able to announce the first of several Amazon giveaways that will be happening in the weeks before the holiday begins! To me the holiday begins the day following Halloween!
My Mental Madness Memoir is a powerful true story that takes the reader deep into the depressed/manic/borderline/delusional/psychotic mind! Truly unique and one-of-a-kind! A must read for all!
The How to Survive Series consists of empowering self help books that offer hope, inspiration, encouragement, insight, and tips on how to cope effectively.
How to Survive Depression
How to Survive Bipolar Disorder
How to Survive Schizophrenia
How to Survive Anxiety
How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
How to Survive PTSD (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder)
Enter as many as you wish! Didn't win? Buy yourself or someone you love a copy! Or give one as a gift to a loved one!
Happy Reading to all! Hope these books will benefit you as they have benefited hundreds of people so far!
My Mental Madness Memoir is a powerful true story that takes the reader deep into the depressed/manic/borderline/delusional/psychotic mind! Truly unique and one-of-a-kind! A must read for all!
The How to Survive Series consists of empowering self help books that offer hope, inspiration, encouragement, insight, and tips on how to cope effectively.
How to Survive Depression
How to Survive Bipolar Disorder
How to Survive Schizophrenia
How to Survive Anxiety
How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
How to Survive PTSD (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder)
Enter as many as you wish! Didn't win? Buy yourself or someone you love a copy! Or give one as a gift to a loved one!
Stephanie Anne Allen's Amazon Author Page
Happy Reading to all! Hope these books will benefit you as they have benefited hundreds of people so far!
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR (RECENT REVIEW)
Recent review of MY MENTAL MADNESS MEMOIR...
"Not just for professionals, carers & those whose suffer with Mental Health Issues!
ByAnnie Pon 9 October 2018
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
I have just read this amazing true account of a most remarkable lady who has come out the other side after going through some horrendous experiences. The author describes exactly what it is like to suffer. I admire her bravery very much. Anyone who is interested in The Human Psyche will enjoy this book & learn much at the same time. It gives both professionals & carers insight & understanding...very much needed when a fellow being suffers so greatly. It is also helpful for people who experience M/H Issues themselves, however, could be very triggering for some. I would therefore recommend to read when you are stable. I feel humbled & still blown away by this woman's courage. One to be re-read many times over. I wont be giving this one away! Well worth your own copy!"
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Saturday, October 13, 2018
RESPECT AND MENTAL ILLNESS
To me,
respect is when one values, acknowledges, and appreciates another person simply
for them being a human being, a life in this world. Respect is a societal and moral standard in
which a person is admired and esteemed for simply existing in on this Earth,
rather than by the choices the person makes or the lifestyle they live. It is a form of unconditional love in which everyone
is entitled to receive.
But in my opinion
the mentally ill population are not receiving the respect that they deserve and
are entitled to. They are often looked
down upon by many people due to the severe and utterly ridiculous stigma that
has been bestowed upon them unjustifiably.
The stigma originated due to ignorance, that was then spread through
gossip, and ultimately resulted in the worldwide understanding that mentally
ill people are “dangerous, stupid, lazy, and lacking” individuals who are choose
not to work, because they want to “sponge off the government”. Some even believe that the mentally ill actually
choose not to be normal, and they choose not to help themselves.
In all
reality, the victims of mental illness do not choose their mental
illnesses. They do not choose to be depressed,
manic, psychotic, whatever… They do not
choose to hurt so much emotionally and feel so much inner turmoil, that they
feel suicide is the only answer. They do
not choose to be ridiculed, judged, and misunderstood by the unapproving general
public. The question being, “would you
choose that?”
We are
individuals who want to be happy and want to be productive members of
society. We are people who wish they
were never inflicted with illnesses that are so misinterpreted and unwelcomed
in our community.
We have “invisible
illnesses”, unlike those who use walkers, canes, or wheelchairs. Our illnesses are just as real as others who
suffer cancer and heart disease. Our
illnesses are illnesses in which our brains are misfiring due to chemical
imbalances. And yes, they can be
terminal just like other illnesses. The risk
of suicide greatly increases when one suffers from a mental illness. But no, we are not dangerous, evil, or
possessed. No, we are not worthless, we
are not charity cases, we are not unhuman.
We need to
hope for more research to be completed on mental illness, but in the meantime, we
can all stop this horrible stigma by educating those around us. We need to all have respect for each other’s
differences, and respect for the victims of mental illness who suffer in silence
because of fear of judgement.
We have
disabilities too. And they are just as
real as other disabilities. Show a little
respect and reach out to those who are mentally ill. Help them as you would help someone suffering
from a terminal disease. The stigma is
causing mentally ill people not to seek treatment and to commit the ultimate act
of suicide, because that is the only answer they feel is probable. People often feel undignified, weak, and
unworthy when and if they seek treatment.
We can change that. We can make a
huge difference in this world. One step
at a time.
And a
message for those suffering from symptoms of mental illness: Have enough self-respect to reach out and get
help for yourself. You are worth
it! You have value and purpose. Not everybody will understand what you are
going through, but that’s ok. Love
yourself enough to help yourself by seeking the treatment you feel in your
heart that you need. Do not be ashamed. Life is worth it and you are worth it!
Written by Stephanie Anne Allen, author of:
- My Mental Madness Memoir
- How to Survive Depression
- How to Survive Bipolar Disorder
- How to Survive Schizophrenia
- How to Survive Anxiety
- How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder
- How to Survive PTSD
Click for Author's Page: www.amazon.com/author/allenstephanie
Friday, October 12, 2018
AMAZON GIVEAWAYS AVAILABLE NOW!!!!
Hello to all my wonderful blog readers I have giveaways on all 7 of my mental health books! Please enter as may as you wish for a chance to win a free copy.
My Mental Madness Memoir
How to Survive Depression
How to Survive Bipolar Disorder
How to Survive Schizophrenia
How to Survive Anxiety
How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder
How to Survive PTSD
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My Mental Madness Memoir
How to Survive Depression
How to Survive Bipolar Disorder
How to Survive Schizophrenia
How to Survive Anxiety
How to Survive Borderline Personality Disorder
How to Survive PTSD
Please follow my blog to get continued updates on new books, giveaways, promotions, reviews, and so much more.
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If you don't win a free copy, you may purchase an ebook, paperback, or audiobook now!
https://www.amazon.com/Stephanie-Anne-Allen/e/B074WC5HJF?&_encoding=UTF8tag=jennifer1979-20
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stephanieanneallen.blogspot.com
Saturday, September 22, 2018
Story of Hope
Story of Hope=
"Your Life Awaits You!"
Read now...
http://davidsusman.com/2018/09/20/your-life-awaits-you/
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