My name is Sarah. I have severe anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. I use art and Journaling to help me cope and recently, I've started sharing some of my journal entries with the world. We could all stand to feel less alone. Maybe this will relate to someone.

Dear Journal, 
  I want to say good morning. I want to open my blinds,let the light in,and welcome the day with an open mind.
  Then my mother called in her usual needful way. This time to accuse my father of cheating,again. When I couldn't help find the mystery woman,she accused me of refusing to help and taking sides. How am I suppose to overcome depression if my own mother is so triggering? 
  Is it worth it? Is any of it actually worth all the pain and anxiety I go thru? Are these happy memories worth the cost I pay? I'm sad even thinking like that.
Thanks mom. 

I have since learned to screen my calls. Check in with your mental health before you answer the phone. Know who you can talk to on your good days,and who to avoid on your bad ones. You can always call them later. In the end, don't let one phone call wreck your day,let it ring.