In the realm of mental health awareness, it’s crucial to acknowledge and address the unique challenges faced by minority women. These challenges are often compounded by factors such as societal stereotypes, cultural stigmas, and systemic inequalities. As we strive for inclusivity and equity in mental health care, it’s essential to highlight the specific issues thatContinueContinue reading “Empowering Minority Women: A Focus on Mental Health”
Author Archives: Tahiyya Martin
The Silent Struggle: Women and Stress
Stress is an inevitable part of life, but for women, it often manifests in unique and sometimes overwhelming ways. From juggling multiple roles to facing societal pressures, women navigate a complex landscape of stressors that can impact their mental and physical well-being. Here’s a deep dive into why stress affects women differently and how theyContinueContinue reading “The Silent Struggle: Women and Stress”
Embracing Diversity: The Importance of Minority Mental Health Awareness
In our collective journey towards mental health advocacy, it’s crucial to shine a compassionate light on the unique challenges faced by minority communities. Minority mental health encompasses the emotional well-being of individuals who belong to racial, ethnic, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized groups. These communities often encounter systemic barriers that can exacerbate mental health issues, makingContinueContinue reading “Embracing Diversity: The Importance of Minority Mental Health Awareness”
I’m done
Healing is not my purpose…. Making the decision to do some healing work is such a committment and honor to self. It can be exciting and scary at the same time. You go out and buy all the books, see all the professionals, take all the herbs, even manage to do the work. Your bodyContinueContinue reading “I’m done”
I’m an impostor…
or at least I thought I was Have you ever woke up and thought…who the fuck am I????? Well I have on many occasions. I’m not asking myself that questions because I wake up with amnesia or that I’m a chameleon trying to blend in. I wake up asking myself that question because there areContinueContinue reading “I’m an impostor…”
Honoring your voice
Family rules whether spoke or unspoken can create dysfunction in childhood that leads to our adulthood. One family rule that I am familiar with both personally and professionally is that children should be seen and not heard. In other words what children have to say don’t matter because they are not adults. This family ruleContinueContinue reading “Honoring your voice”
Mirror Mirror on the wall…
Remember the line “mirror mirror on the wall…”. If you were a fan of Snow White then you will remember the witch asking the mirror to tell her she is the greatest. Thinking now it is not a bad concept when you think about self talk. However today I was thinking who was it thatContinueContinue reading “Mirror Mirror on the wall…”
No, no, no, no, no…
Have you ever had that guilt after saying no to someone? Well join the club. Many people have challenges with saying no. I remember when I worked with a client and telling her that she does have power and control over her no. The client was shocked however she went home and tried. The nextContinueContinue reading “No, no, no, no, no…”
Take the detour sis!
When talking to people I often use imagery. I am a visual person and for me to get it I need to see the vision. Well I do the same when I’m talking to people when trying to teach a concept. This week the theme has been on detours. What is the purpose of aContinueContinue reading “Take the detour sis!”
I hear you
The other morning I laid in my husband’s arms and sobbed. The moment he put his arms around me the tears began to flow. I had no idea that I even had tears. It was the moment that his arms touched me that I felt safe and supported to be vulnerable. Vulnerability is tough. NoContinueContinue reading “I hear you”
She Heals Journey 