Let’s Talk About Mental Health and Wellness
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Columbia University and The New York Public Library have launched a public health initiative—in partnership with the National Black Leadership Commission on Health (Black Health)—to bring free education and resources to New York City residents who face lack of access and cultural barriers to behavioral health care.
The Community Mental Health Project, supported by the Leon Levy Foundation, aims to reduce the distress and trauma in the city’s racially and ethnically diverse communities that have borne the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The initiative consist of series of animated videos focusing on mental health wellness and self-care. The first two videos of 10 planned for the series. The topics address mental health concerns identified in discussions with community members, ranging from mental illness and addiction to stigma in seeking treatment and care.
Note: Resources based on input from teens, young adults, and seniors in neighborhoods significantly impacted by health disparities and the pandemic.
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As a white person browsing YouTube videos based on mental health because I'm going through some personal stuff, right now, this was one of the first videos I saw & it's helping me out, a lot.
Thanks…
This is racially motivated where r the Indian ppl in the video is it cuz we’re brown tf like wtf
Nice video. To reduce stress and overthinking be careful what you feed your mind. Feed trash and trash comes out. Avoid comparing yourself with others, reduce watching negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. For a relaxed mind observe the sensations of your natural incoming–outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 10-15 minutes or more. You can sit or lay down–eyes closed–No deep breathing. Don’t fight your thoughts. Never meditate with expectations. Make it a lifetime habit to observe your breath day and night before sleep, at work, when travelling, etc with eyes open or closed. Best wishes–Counsellor.
Please don't make everything about race. God knows every single one of us by name.
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Mental illness is taboo in the black community, we don't want to talk about it or deal with it, or believe that black people don't have these struggles. But we do, we struggle in silence. Society often times, think that blacks don't suffer from mental illness as well. Our community does not take care of ourselves as well as we should mentally, and some of that has to do with systems set up. This video is an attempt to reach out to the black community and let them know we are not alone. This is no different than organizations that reach out to people who suffer other aliments and conditions, does that mean they are not empathetic to someone who may suffer from something else? Do we attack other groups or organizations that support or make awareness to causes their community suffers from? No for that moment you are compassionate, and you relate to them as human. Please do the same for our community as organizations like this ( and there are countless others) work towards positive changes in the Black community.
I received thorough care from Sovereign Health, who did not spare any effort. They provided educational courses, group activities, and wellness classes in addition to therapy sessions to promote personal development and self-discovery. Mental health is deeply personal and treatment needs to be tailored to the individual.
in short i am never going to be normal cuz i wasn't obviously and that 🔴 through in/out is so harrstment when it comes to being so helpless
In what ways can workplaces foster a culture of mental well-being for employees?
Knowledge is power and people deserve to get the support that they deserve. You are not alone.
Absolutely, let's talk about mental health and wellness. Dr. Tonmoy Sharma, a renowned mental health specialist, author, and institutions like Sovereign Health, have been instrumental in addressing mental health challenges. They utilize evidence-based techniques and personalized treatment plans to transform lives. Countless testimonies from employees and patients emphasize the positive impact of their services. Patients have expressed profound gratitude for the support and guidance they received, leading to significant improvements in their mental well-being. Dr. Tonmoy Sharma's advocacy for those in need further underscores the commitment to promoting mental health and wellness. Initiatives like this help break down stigma and encourage open conversations, creating a healthier and more understanding society.