Marriage + Caregiving + Mental Illness + Resilience
The conversations people avoid. The realities families live. The hope that keeps us moving forward.
If you’ve found your way here, chances are life didn’t unfold the way you expected.
Maybe you’re married to someone living with schizophrenia. Maybe you’re a parent, sibling, child, caregiver, or friend trying to understand a world that often feels confusing and isolating. I know that world. I’m Mallie, and for years I’ve walked beside the person I love through the challenges, setbacks, victories, and uncertainties that come with schizophrenia. This website isn’t about giving up. It’s about finding ways to pick yourself back up and keep going.
Personal stories and insights
Dive into our personal narratives on marriage, caregiving, and navigating serious mental illness. These reflections offer a raw and honest look at everyday life, aiming to create understanding and connection.
Caregiving journeys
Explore posts specifically dedicated to the unique challenges and triumphs of caregiving. Find solidarity and practical advice from someone who understands the demands and rewards of this vital role.
Navigating mental illness
Discover reflections on living with and supporting those with serious mental illness. Our content aims to demystify, destigmatize, and offer hope and practical strategies for a more fulfilling life.
Creative writing and prose
Beyond reflections, we share creative writings that explore themes of resilience, love, and the human spirit. Immerse yourself in stories and poetry that offer comfort and a different perspective.
“Life beside schizophrenia has taught me that progress doesn’t always look like moving forward. Sometimes it looks like refusing to quit.”
Kerrie Jager, Rome, Ga
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