Category Archives: Learning From Pain

The Vast Ocean Ahead

Posted on December 8, 2013 by Kevin Carlstead

Whenever confused: Go to the source. Gather information. Find answers. We are thrown into experiences every single moment of our lives…and above is a receptive exploration into those experiences. If we stay consistently passionate to discover the truths in our … Continue reading →

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Popping the Bubble

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Kevin Carlstead

My life has shifted into something that is not “the bubble” (as my dad always said as he talked about me transitioning out of college) and I am feeling it even more since my friends, family, and close connections have … Continue reading →

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Ego

Posted on October 19, 2013 by Kevin Carlstead

Playing out at one of my gigs I was referred to as the guy with the anxiety issues and the mental disorder. I didn’t combat this, I just laughed and said, “sure.” I’m guessing the person only listened to “Cage,” … Continue reading →

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Dealing With Pain

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Kevin Carlstead

#1: Do your Normal Routine Activities – CONSISTENCY Just do them no matter how bad you feel, because the next time you doubt your ability to do it because of how bad you feel, you will have that last experience … Continue reading →

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Walking on Eggshells

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Kevin Carlstead

I’m walking on eggshells inside of my mind, to run and to hide from being alive. – – – When I grasp tight to the activities of my day, a voice … Continue reading →

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My Story

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Kevin Carlstead

From the panic attacks to the break-ups. From the second round of panic attacks to where I really took a look at who I was and had a massive desire to change. My first EP that I will start recording … Continue reading →

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