Kirsty Blackman

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

I'm not saying folk should talk about it more. Because I get how hard it is. I'm going to try to say it more. 9/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Even years on from my worst points it's hard to talk about it and to admit the worst of it. And to admit how often I think about it. 8/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

I'm lucky that I managed to get through the worst times of my depression and got help and had support. 7/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

For so many folk, battling this is an every day issue. I know myself well enough now that I recognise bad times before they happen. 6/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

It's about saying that we seeking help is fine. And it's about knowing where to find that help and being able to access it. 5/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

The more accepted it will become. It's not about admitting that we're not as good at dealing with life than others. 4/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

The more we can say "I've been through this, I understand" the better. The more we can say "this is reality for so many people" 3/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Not least because it feels embarrassing to admit weakness. But the more open we can be about mental health the better. 2/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Talking about depression is hard. I know those of us who've battled it should talk about it more. But there are many reasons not to. 1/? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@Fergalatron It was so awesome to meet you. Made my night 😁give me a shout if you're around wm again. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Because when I was told this earlier today I didn't really think it could be true. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Is being a councillor in London wildly different from in Scotland? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Chelsea and Kensington's new council leader has been a councillor for more than 10 years and has never been in a co… https://t.co/Pv1f6pdCpx — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@smayman Oh I am so sorry Sarah. So sorry. Thinking of you all. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@PoliticalYeti I spotted one this am and wondered what it was for. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @Trade_EU: 🇪🇺🗺 This is the state of #EUtrade with the world in 2017. Read about our trade agreements: 🔎📖👉 https://t.co/Z4Rhudhjh9 https:… — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @PoliticalYeti: On the #PMQs list for the SNP today it's @alisonthewliss As well as @IanBlackfordMP of course — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@emmaaum I'm sorry :( please get in touch with your MP / MSP if we can help in any way. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @ScotGovFairer: Video of @AConstanceSNP at @CFINE Aberdeen today to announce pilot to provide women & girls with free sanitary products.… — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @originalfm: Great Northern Road closed city bound from Haudagain roundabout. Emergency services are in attendance. #ABZtravel — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

This is part of what Rachel Maclean MP said. Anyone feel like the Conservatives have created a country that 'works… https://t.co/PWvmj5v6NP — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

My speech on balancing the public finances in Westminster Hall yesterday. https://t.co/HtC0OW8azx — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@smayman ❤️ — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @BBCNorthEast: Video: Women and girls from low income households in parts of Aberdeen to be offered free sanitary products https://t.co/… — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@clmbie Oo, just my colour 😁 — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

There are few things London does better than Aberdeen. Rain is one of them. https://t.co/h4guq5flDc — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Always fab to see you @JamesBream. Love hearing from AGCC and working out ways we can work for Aberdeen and the Nor… https://t.co/D5ePbmPkcX — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

That speech was the most detached from reality I think I've ever heard. https://t.co/30HbIOInU9 — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @DavidLinden: Looking forward to taking part in this debate with @KirstySNP. https://t.co/knukg96kM0 — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@3and3isnotforme Spot on! Not sure that would last long though 😁 — PolitiTweet.org