My Story
Hi! I'm Jade.
Just an introvert who grew up in the West and Midwest of the United States. I am a wellness and corporate coach, with a knack for writing and artsy cooking. Much of my organizational skills derive from my educational background in business management, in which I hold an MBA.
As a former co-dependent, my experience of caring for loved ones who suffer from mental illness is a sensitive topic. However, it is greatly important to share my accounts along with supporting those who relate.
I am not a behavioral healthcare professional. However, from my occupation within that network and personal experience as a caregiver, I've learned to create a protective structure that is conducive for my own health. Mental instability stem from a person's environment and/or genetics. Awareness and education regarding the matter is heavily stigmatized by society. In many cases, the mere mentioning of the topic is attacked.
Another touchy subtopic is the abusiveness that can stem from your loved one's emotional instability. When is it time to set up a stern boundary? Or, is it time to sever the connection in order to protect yourself?
It took an extensive amount of time for me to realize that my close loved one has a disorder; an inconspicuous illness that hinders her from basic and cognitive functioning. In addition, she had learned to move in disguise for years. Detailed accounts from my experience are here in my blog, Forced Awareness.
