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In May 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released a Surgeon General Advisory calling attention to the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in our country.
Loneliness is more than just a bad feeling—it harms both individual and societal health. It is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and premature death. Our feelings of social disconnection began way before the COVID-19 pandemic, but since then these feelings have only been exacerbated.
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In our quest for a more sustainable world, we often focus on environmental practices and technological solutions. However, there's a crucial aspect of sustainability that's frequently overlooked: our relationships. Relationship work is not just about personal growth – it's an integral part of the broader sustainability movement. The Power of Sustained RelationshipsSustained relationships are effective relationships. This simple yet profound statement underscores the importance of longevity in our connections with others. Sustainability in relationships doesn't mean a lack of conflict. On the contrary, we must find a willingness to endure a certain level of conflict to have truly sustainable relationships. The key is to navigate these conflicts with kindness and respect.
In this blog post, we've explored how Relational Life Therapy sets itself apart from traditional therapy, offering a more balanced, direct, and transformative approach to addressing both shame and grandiosity.
For the past five decades, traditional therapy, particularly psychodynamic therapy, has centered on addressing shame. This method has been instrumental in helping individuals overcome feelings of inferiority and self-doubt. However, it has often overlooked the equally crucial task of addressing grandiosity, superiority, entitlement, contempt, and aggression. Effective therapy must navigate both ends of the spectrum, guiding individuals not only up from shame, but also down from grandiosity. Regardless of gender, we all face these dual challenges, though men may express them more overtly and women more covertly. Every year in July, we observe National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique mental health challenges faced by minority communities. It's important to delve into the history behind this observance, understanding the context that led to its establishment and the significance it holds for promoting inclusivity and equity in mental health care. In this blog post, we explore the origins of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, highlighting the pivotal moments that shaped its history and the ongoing efforts to address the disparities in mental health support for marginalized populations.
Recognizing Disparities and the Need for Change: For far too long, minority communities have faced significant disparities in mental health care, including limited access to resources, cultural insensitivity, and stigmatization. These disparities disproportionately affect communities of color, immigrant populations, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other marginalized groups. Acknowledging these challenges and the urgent need for change became the catalyst for National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. |
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