We have become a society that often scrutinizes whether or not a person really suffers from mental health. But do you understand mental health and what it means to be in a mental state where you feel your world is … Continue reading HELP ME! I AM ALL OVER THE PLACE!
Cognitive Inertia The term “cognitive inertia” describes the motivation for an individual to begin adapting to change (Kidwai, 2022). For example, an individual chooses a goal to improve a specific area of their lifestyle, such as reducing the number of … Continue reading Cognitive Inertia
In the realm of racial justice advocacy, historical echoes mingle with contemporary efforts for fairness and representation. As we navigate this juncture, there’s a resolute call for resilience—from marginalized communities to steadfast allies. But before redefining our strength, we must … Continue reading Psychology of Resilience Redefined: Intersecting Past and Present in Racial Justice Advocacy
As I delve into the intricate layers of mental health, racial injustice, and systemic failure in America, I am compelled to ground my reflections in both personal experience and empirical evidence. As a Black, White, and Hispanic woman, my intersectional … Continue reading Resilience Rising: Navigating Mental Health, Racial Injustice, and Systemic Challenges in America
By Carl McRoy Growing up in church, there was a song that the little kids loved and the big kids loathed. It was the repetitive, fidgety, and annoyingly memorable. . . “Father Abraham had many sons And many sons had … Continue reading Children of the King
Present Traumatic Stress Syndrome? Do you suffer from present traumatic stress syndrome [not a clinical term]? Present because you never got past the trauma for it to be post. Do you feel like you were born sick and tired of … Continue reading 5 TIPS FOR TAMING TRAUMA by Carl McRoy
Panic Room is a suspenseful movie that was released in 2002. The plot involves a newly-divorced woman and her eleven-year-old daughter who move into a four-story brownstone in New York City. In the house, there is a panic room intended … Continue reading Panic Room: Coping With Racial Trauma & Violation
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