When personal or professional growth pushes us to redefine our friendships. Life has a way of redefining our friendships for us. As we experience growth in our career, or invest in family relationships or our emotional well-being, our friendships naturally change. But what happens if we choose to intentionally redefine our friendships in the midst …
In March of 2021, Elizabeth Joy sat down with four Black executives to talk about mental wellness and the unique struggles faced by the Black community and, specifically, Black helpers and leaders. Joy began the conversation by describing some of the difficulties she encountered when creating and leading support groups for Black helpers as part …
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The Joy Society began as the Black Community Ambassador Support Program (BCASP). In March 2019, a group of African American individuals gathered and reflected upon their own experiences and challenges with mental and emotional well-being, as well as those of others who looked like them. Initial brainstorming focused on the well-being of Black helpers. These …
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How Innovation Helps & Limits Us In the World of Mental Health In the world of mental health, trends toward de-stigmatization have opened countless doors for those who previously would not have had access to treatment. For people with social anxiety, agoraphobia, or difficulty with transportation, the advent of online therapy has provided the opportunity …
