InstinctivelyMe

July is Social Wellness Month, a time dedicated to focusing on building and maintaining healthy relationships, improving communication skills, and fostering a sense of connection and belonging. It's an opportunity to reflect on the importance of social support and its positive impact on overall well-being.

People of color and all those whose lives have been marginalized by those in power experience life differently from those whose lives have not been devalued. They experience overt racism and bigotry far too often, which leads to a mental health burden that is deeper than what others may face.
Racism is a mental health issue because racism causes trauma. And trauma paints a direct line to mental illnesses, which need to be taken seriously.