Disassociation Am I existing superficially, or am I actually absorbing the atmosphere around me? I know what “being present” means, but at the same time, I don’t. Everything seems to sit on the top layer of my skin, unable to seep deeper into my pores, unable to reach my conscious mind. Living in Extremes …
This prayer is dedicated to the Black community – my Black brothers and sisters who are in need of healing from racial trauma. We often forget the importance of uplifting each other when we feel broken. We must speak truth when lies seem more prevalent. For decades, we’ve experienced segregation, slavery, police brutality, and the …
Three commonly known barriers prevent more people from getting mental health treatment: lack of accessibility, lack of affordability, and lack of availability. These are similar for Asian Americans and BIPOC alike. However, for Asian American Mental Health in particular, there is one more unspoken barrier that prevents them from treating mental health challenges: lack of …
Asian American Mental Health: Breaking the Barrier of Acceptability Read More »
“I come as one but stand as 10,000.” – Maya Angelou Two years ago, my mental health changed drastically, and my mental health journey began. On January 4th, 2021, I had a severe manic episode, which led to my hospitalization. I was frantic, speaking rapidly, and I felt rejuvenated even after getting two hours of …
Phenomenal Healing: 4 Lessons from a Black Woman’s Mental Health Journey Read More »
What is a mentor? A mentor is a trusted advisor experienced in certain areas of interest to a mentee. Mentors have the fundamental resources and qualifications to help their inexperienced mentees achieve short- or long-term goals. In a strong mentorship relationship, a mentor equips, supports, and guides their mentee. Ideally, the mentee gets closer to …
Happy National Mentoring Month: Raising Awareness on the Importance of Mentorship Read More »
Introduction The modern-day plague of Human Trafficking enslaves millions of men and women, leaving survivors with shattered lives and broken spirits. As followers of Christ, we are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus in a world marred by sin. At CMHI, we consider the intersection of Christian faith and mental health in …
The Terrors of Human Trafficking: A Christian Perspective to Restore Broken Souls Read More »
Happy New Year!!! What does the New Year mean to you? Often, we can think of Jan 1 as the day to begin a New Year’s resolution. It’s the time to finally start going to the gym and taking that yoga class, to try out some pottery lessons, to learn a new language. For this …
Let the weak say I am strong by your confession ye overcome; Romans 10: 9-11. Our everyday lives are filled with cycles of different emotions. The warm spring and summer bring forth vibrancy and vitality, while fall and winter may cast dark clouds over our spirits. As the seasons change and our lives transition, we …
Holiday Blues Advice: Conquering Christmas-Time Sadness Read More »
When I was first diagnosed with bipolar disorder (during my first hospital stay), I truly believed that God had turned his back on me. I was like, “You know I am a good person. Why would this happen to me”? I was scared and felt alone. I was having such ups and downs; I was …
My Experience as a Christian with Bipolar Disorder Read More »
Mental Health in the Church As the leader of the local church, a pastor’s understanding of mental health and wellness is important for the general flourishing of the community they shepherd. Different pastors have a variety of personal opinions, spiritual schooling, pastoral experience, and life experiences. All of these can come into play when navigating …
Mental Health in the Church – Interview with a Pastor Read More »
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