When we see ourselves reflected in our healers, we’re more likely to trust the process. This is why culturally competent, community-based mental health care is so essential. Mental health symptoms are often misunderstood in BIPOC communities. Not to mention, In many cultures, seeking therapy is seen as weakness, failure, or something "crazy people" do. July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Here’s what everyone should know about mental health in communities of color

Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that affects how the brain processes pain signals, amplifying even minor discomforts. The emotional toll of fibromyalgia is often just as heavy as the physical pain—and sometimes, even more debilitating.

Some seasons will be heavier than others. So give yourself grace, give yourself patience, and know that the journey itself is the work. The key is not giving up on yourself when it gets messy or hard.

Many men feel guilty taking time for themselves, especially when they’re used to providing for others. Many feel that admitting stress or emotional strain is equivalent to failure. But let’s be clear—being human is not failing.

Feeling stuck isn’t a failure. It’s a sign. A signal that something needs attention, healing, or release. Little did I know that so many of us were suffering in silence. You’re not broken—you’re buried. Let’s unearth the real you together.

Support systems provide a safe space to express yourself, gain encouragement, and get advice. There’s no shame in seeking help. Asking for support doesn’t diminish your worth or strength—it enhances it.

Rather than sadness, many men experience irritability, anger, restlessness, and even physical symptoms like chronic pain or fatigue. It’s important to understand that depression isn’t about being ‘weak’ or failing. It’s a medical condition that affects how you think, feel, and function

Let’s normalize men saying, “I’m not okay.” Let’s support men in therapy, in tears, and in tenderness. Because the world needs emotionally whole men.

If your mind has been whispering that you’re too much, not enough, or broken beyond repair, please know: you’re human