Mental Health & Parenting Freelance Writer
Be easy. We sang these words during my monthly group sing last weekend. And it struck me how used I am to making myself uncomfortable in order to make others more comfortable. And how much I want to challenge that pattern and claim my own ease as having value, too. As a woman and mother, I think this can be a radical practice.
Emily P.G. Erickson is a freelance writer specializing in mental health and parenting. She has written for popular digital publications, including Everyday Health, Health, The New York Times, Parents, Romper, WIRED, and more. Emily is a professional member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA) and the Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ). Previously, Emily researched PTSD for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and earned a master's in psychology. You can find the latest from Emily at www.emilypgerickson.com. View more posts
