Seasonal depression is upon us. The days are getting shorter. The amount of light during the day is fading. Two years ago, I had a breakdown in a meeting with my team. I started crying. These tears were familiar to me. My brain felt cloudy, my heart felt heavy and my soul felt depleted. As … More Seasonal Depression Is Upon Us
I once had a deep trauma when it came to talking in front of people and asking for help. I’m not just talking about speaking in public spaces but in one on one conversations. Let me share a couple of personal stories with you. I was at McDonald’s in college with my teammate JB … More Living Through Trauma
Can you hear my brain screaming? I’m yelling out for you. From the slums and the struggle To the grind and the hustle. I’m just trying to make it my baby. I dreamed I would never be here Reality is, I’m here, And I don’t like it. Have you ever felt what it’s like to … More Help Me! – An Ode to Black Men
Majority of minorities/people of color have been taught since a young age to suppress feelings, to fight through, to not talk about struggles and trauma which has led to many turning to substances, drinking, sex, money, etc… For many of us who grew up in the hood/lower economic areas we didn’t have resources nor the … More Erase the Stigma of Mental Illness
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