Arlyn Smith

Never lose hope ! ❤️ for LIFE!

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August 31, 2022

The Pursuit of “Impossible” Dreams

Many people know well of my pursuit of my dreams.It is not an attempt to somehow prove my worth to the entire world. It is for MYSELF. I spent most of my life in a state of misery and did not feel as though achieving anything at all was possible. At age 23, I found… Continue reading

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August 30, 2022

Finding Inspiration

I have found inspiration and love in unexpected places recently. It is not coincidence for me to have begun writing again recently.I have always been a writer. Since childhood. At some point in my life: I lost courage. To speak. Because I didn’t believe I had a voice. Because I felt invalid. Because I believed… Continue reading

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October 19, 2014

Raising awareness

I spent the day at NAMIWalks (NAMI’s annual fundraiser) yesterday to raise awareness of and eliminate stigma surrounding mental illness. Great day! Thanks to the huge amount of people (and of course my team!) who participated. NAMI raised in the state of Virginia (Richmond walk) $158,361 ( just one of about 60 walks); proceeds going… Continue reading

exercise, mental illness, NAMI, stigma, substance abuse

accomplishment, mental, NAMIWalks, physical, social
October 16, 2014

People

I love people, especially my friends; sometimes people don’t know how damn AWESOME and meaningful they are in this world. Everyone in existence has a place in this world, whether we choose to be givers or takers is up to the individual. You all inspire me, from good friends who I speak with at length,… Continue reading

exercise, friends, health, humanity, Life, people

action, immune system
October 10, 2014

Me

I suppose in a way I am telling on myself. I have bipolar disorder; so did my father and he committed suicide (today is his birthday).This is something I have eluded to, but not openly discussed. I feel it is pertinent to do so, however, as the season for SAD (seasonal affective disorder) is upon… Continue reading

attitude, Depression, exercise, holistic health, Life, SAD

anxiety, bipolar, NAMI, serotonin, vitamin D

About Me

An English diarist and naval administrator. I served as administrator of the Royal Navy and Member of Parliament. I had no maritime experience, but I rose to be the Chief Secretary to the Admiralty under both King Charles II and King James II through patronage, diligence, and my talent for administration.

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