Tag: blackmentalhealth
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Are you ready to reconnect with your body and embrace self-awareness? And lessons learnt from abroad.
In this newsletter, Tracy reflects on lessons learnt abroad, particularly the importance of collective support in addressing mental health challenges where funding and services are lacking. Grassroots initiatives combine traditional wisdom and modern therapy to foster healing. By promoting body awareness and open discussions, communities create safe spaces, reduce stigma and encourage early intervention in…
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When words fail, the body speaks: unlocking mental wellness through body awareness
This month’s blog emphasises the importance of body awareness in mental wellness, particularly for individuals from culturally and ethnically diverse backgrounds. For these communities where verbal expression of emotions is stigmatised, many experiences of emotional distress manifest are expressed physically. Through personal stories such as those of Thecla and Alpha, the blog demonstrates how body…
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Are you listening to your body signals?
Could body awareness be the missing piece in your self-care routine? How can body awareness improve my mental and physical health? How does understanding your body help you regulate emotions? Are there culturally tailored tools to guide your mental health journey?
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New year, new norms: championing mental health in Black/African Australian communities
Why normalising mental health conversations is crucial? How can we empower each other to seek support? What tools and resources can help us thrive together in the new year?
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Preparing for the holiday season: mental health tips for reflection and self-care
Why is it important to reflect on your mental well-being during the holiday season? How can you acknowledge and validate different holiday experiences? What steps can you take to prioritise your mental health as the year ends?