This morning I had a surprisingly clear thought: my inpatient stay at the psychiatric hospital in Münsingen (PZM) was a turning point. Not dramatic—more like a slow ocean liner changing course. Quiet, but decisive. Before… Clinic Life as a Life Vision
Content note: domestic violence, depression, self-harm On paper, my life looked almost perfect:I had a successful career as an ORACLE developer at Credit Suisse—a secure, well-paid job. An introverted, loving partner, Ralf—rational, reliable. A nice… 2003: A Year of Darkness
Introduction: The double edge of diagnoses Psychiatric diagnoses—classic mental-health labels included—can be helpful. They can open doors to treatment and support. But they can also restrict, stigmatize, or mislead.They’re necessary—and yet often rigid tags that… Diagnoses—Between Truth, Stigma, and Blind Spots