Dr. Sharon M. Holder writes that mental health stigma in communities of color is rooted in generational silence, systemic barriers and trauma, and calls on readers to break that silence this Mental Health Month.
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Sister Spokesman participants pause to breathe and heal
At Sister Spokesman’s Pause. Breathe. Heal. event, Black women filled a glass lined community space near NorthPoint for an afternoon that felt less like a program and more like a communal exhale. Publisher Tracey Williams Dillard, therapist Venus Burney, and trauma specialist Dr. Resmaa Menakem led a candid conversation about stress, survival, and the weight Black bodies carry, while vendors, laughter, and connection turned the room into a living space of healing and joy.
Posted inBlacklight On Sports
Steven Davis Jr. on Life After the Game
Steven Davis Jr. went from Golden Gophers football captain to life coach and founder of Strive Higher After Sports. In this episode of Blacklight On Sports, he joins Hallman and McDonald to discuss mental health, identity, and helping Black athletes find meaning beyond the game.
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IN MEMORIAM: Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Beloved Star of “The Cosby Show,” Dies at 54
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the actor known for playing Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died at 54. His legacy as an actor, artist, and advocate made him a powerful cultural figure across generations.
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Turning Point honored for cultural grounding in the fight against addiction
In North Minneapolis, Turning Point offers culturally grounded recovery programs that focus on trust, community, and healing. Nearly 50 years later, its impact continues to grow.
Posted inLocal & State
For Black Collective Foundation, the new philanthropy is community-driven
The Black Collective Foundation MN celebrated Juneteenth with its Rooted & Radiant brunch—honoring Black joy, reflection, and leadership while advancing bold, community-led change.
Posted in4UR HEALTH
Honoring Black Fatherhood: Sam Simmons on 17 Years of Healing Work in Minnesota
Sam Simmons joins Dr. Ronda Chakolis-Hassan for a powerful For Your Health episode on Black fatherhood, community trauma, and healing—ahead of the 17th annual Black Men Healing Conference.
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Twin Cities Recovery Project delivers culturally grounded healing and hope as overdose deaths surge in Hennepin County
As overdose deaths soar in Hennepin County, Twin Cities Recovery Project delivers Black-led, culturally grounded healing — saving lives and building hope.
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Survey finds Black adults develop unique coping skills for racism
Black adults in the United States develop distinctive coping skills to handle the chronic stress of racism, with social support, religion, avoidance, substance use, positive reframing and more.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Black Mental Health Matters
The ongoing disparities and distress of trying to live while Black takes a toll on our physical and mental health.
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Blacks, mental health and COVID
Blacks historically have been impacted by adversity, racism and various socioeconomic disparities and the coronavirus has highlighted these issues.
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured, Health + Wellness
Containment measures threaten Black mental health, but resources are available
COVID-19 has brought to light the importance of mental health and its essential function to collective well-being.
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Heading off coronavirus anxiety
There are some things that you can do to reduce the severity of your anxiety and fear.
Posted inEducation
Local therapist launches free video course to address racialized trauma
Renown therapist Resmaa Menakem has just launched a free online series empowering individuals and communities to address and heal from race-based trauma.