The Sleep That Saved My Sanity
For years, I thought I was just tired. In reality, I was unravelling. This is the story of how sleep — real, restorative, fight-for-it sleep — helped kick-start my sobriety, regulate my emotions, and bring me back to a version of myself I actually liked.
The Strength of Not Taking It Personally
In this reflection, we explore what it really means to stop taking the bait in a world wired for outrage — especially for LGBTQIA+ people who’ve learned to brace for judgment. From workplace digs to family jabs, this piece blends lessons on self-control with the quiet power of choosing where your energy goes — and where it doesn’t.
Becoming the Role Models We Needed: Why Community Building Must Go Deeper
Today’s world is flooded with hollow role models and quick-fix connection promises — but real belonging, real resilience, and real role models aren’t found overnight. They’re built, deliberately and patiently, by communities willing to do the deeper work. At Get Out, we're committed to being part of that future.
We’ve Been Here Before: When Fear Comes for the Queer Community
There’s a particular kind of silence that follows a warning. Not the kind that’s empty, but the kind that hums with memory, with grief, with fight. As anti-queer rhetoric surges, we’re reminded: we’ve been here before. And we know exactly how to respond.
Breaking the Comfort Zone: The Challenge (and Reward) of Trying New Things
Stepping outside your comfort zone is never easy — but it’s the only way to grow. After years away from social media, diving back in to promote Get Out has been awkward, frustrating, and sometimes overwhelming. But I know that if I want to build something real, I have to practice what I preach: choosing action over avoidance. The truth? Growth happens when we keep showing up — even when it’s uncomfortable.
Finding Light in the Dark: Lessons from Rebuilding My Life to Kickstart Your New Year
A few years ago, I hit a breaking point — stuck in a cycle of hopelessness and self-pity, I felt like my best days were behind me. Admitting myself to St. Helen’s Hospital for therapy was the turning point that helped me rebuild my life. Now, I’m sharing the lessons I learned to help you kickstart 2025 with purpose and resilience.
Tending Your Mental Health Garden: Building Resilience and Connection in 2025
As we step into 2025, nurturing your mental health requires intentional care. From recognising triggers and fostering connections to building resilience through consistent habits, here’s how to cultivate a fulfilling and connected year.