Tag Archives: life lessons

 Recognition

Posted on November 19, 2022 by msw blog

Recognition is a funny thing because on the one hand, you absolutely want to be recognized for your work. But on the other hand, being recognized doesn’t mean you’ve achieved everything you set out to achieve. The challenge is what … Continue reading →

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How I Mental Health

Posted on November 12, 2022 by msw blog

My definition of a mental-health day is every day. I don’t like the idea that a mental-health day has to stick out among all the other days of the year. On a good day, I deal with rejection by brushing it off; … Continue reading →

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Mental Health Day

Posted on November 4, 2022 by msw blog

I need to take a mental health day, but what should I actually do on my day off? Look after yourself. I also like the term “self-care day” that might mean tackling your to do list around the house; not … Continue reading →

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Black Women Mental Health

Posted on October 25, 2022 by msw blog

Black women also face specific obstacles when it comes to mental health and overall wellness. What have you learned from your therapy journey and the foundation’s work? The more research I did—and [looking at] my own sessions—I started thinking about … Continue reading →

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Balance

Posted on October 19, 2022 by msw blog

Dear God, help me to practice balancing in a world filled with ceaseless motion. Give me the strength to not put on blinders to all that is wrong in the world. Instead, let me make a meaningful difference as I … Continue reading →

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