Joni Edelman

When I was little, any time I got an insect bite or stubbed my toe, I had to ask my mom, “Am I going to die? If I was going to die from this, I’d already be dead — right?” I also had a 30-minute prayer that I needed to say at each meal or else everyone would be poisoned and die. And corners. I had to check all of them before I went to bed.

Sleep is everything! It's so much more than just feeling like you can function well. You know that but do you know how to sleep for your dosha type?

Having kids doesn't have to mean the death of your sex life.

In honor of World Bipolar Day, I present a sample stream of consciousness based on my experiences living with this disorder.

I'll let you in on a little secret - being thin didn't make me happy, but being "Fat" does! Be fat and happy. Be unapologetically fat.

I was told that feminism is man hate. That abortion is murder. And then I thought, "What am I doing here?"

Being vulnerable, being seen (even lumpy and naked), admitting weakness, asking for help — these acts inspire and edify.

You do not have to hate your body — but you don’t have to love it either. While I'm happy with my fat body, I miss being thin.

I'll never forget the day I discovered the name for my mental illness.

It's not always easy to find a new partner when you have kids in tow. But not only is it possible, it's worth it.