About

My name is Mychal (pronounced like Michael). I’m 25 years old, and after having lived in California for 19 years, I moved to Arizona. My current escapades include photographing the Arizona desert, collecting inspiring quotes, drinking Dr. Pepper, trying to figure out what’s next in life, and reading more than my weight in books.

     In 2006 I struggled through a tremendous loss that has changed me forever, but also made me aware of my struggles with depression. Through that loss I have learned a great deal, had my heart expanded, and learned how to have greater control of depression instead of depression controlling me.
     My dreams for “life after college” have not materialized in the way I had hoped. Some have turned out better, some have gone the way of the wind. But hardly any match what I had in mind. And I’m learning that that is a good thing.

 

People You’ll Read About

  • Jaimee: my younger (only) sister, who is married to Colby
  • Lindsay: one of my two best friends back in California
  • Noah: my other best friend back in California
  • Jessica: Noah’s sister; she died very suddenly in 2006 at the age of 20

 

Why This Site is Called Persistent Teacup
     A little explanation as to the name, Persistent Teacup. I was brainstorming new names, and this one just came to me in the shower one morning. It didn’t take much thought for me to realize that this was the one. It’s just one of those things that feels right. After thinking about it a little longer, I began to realize several reasons why it fit so well.

     I chose “persistent” because to me it’s about being enduring, persevering, and that has become very important to me in battling depression. I’m not going to give up, even if I have to crawl along. I like one definition that reads, “continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period.” I’m a very stubborn person, so that fits in well too. As for “teacup” — well, that’s the nickname a friend gave to me and also the only nickname I have had that I actually like. So the two together, Persistent Teacup, just struck me right, and it also seemed a little odd, which I always like.