In these polarizing times .... Let's collectively prioritize mind-body wellness as much as we can, especially in these polarizing times, which are increasingly threatening our livelihoods, sense of peace and freedom, and overall well-being. We can start by changing old tropes, negative labels, stereotypes and...
From Isolation to Connection: How Sisterhood Saved My Mental Health There was a time, when I believed isolation was the safest place for me. Depression had become a heavy cloak wrapped tightly around my shoulders, whispering lies that I was better off alone. The weight...
Breaking Stigma Through Sisterhood and Poetry There was a time when I struggled to express my emotions. Not because I didn’t want to share, but because I simply didn’t know how. My thoughts felt too heavy to carry yet too complex to explain. I wanted...
Finding yourself in environments where there is no one around who resembles you can be intimidating. This remains a reality for many black, brown, and Indigenous communities in America because people of color are frequently outnumbered by considerable margins in many spaces. This often leads...
In everyday language, both of these words are essentially the same. They are synonyms that mean to stop associating, to cut ties, or not to join in. Dissociation and disassociation look and sound similar. They are also spelled similarly, and many people pronounce them the...