Why Don't We Talk About This?
You already know that there are a bunch of things people talk about in pockets or completely avoid. Things that may be controversial or uncomfortable but we need to get them off our chest. During "Why Don’t We Talk About This?", licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, Paula McMillan-Perez speaks with folks whose learned experiences and/or professions give way to a diverse knowledge of topics that we just aren't talking about...but should be!
Why Don't We Talk About This?
Talking about Healing that Surrounds Us
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Paula returns after summer break to explore the importance of community and local environments in promoting emotional well-being, sharing personal experiences from the Bronx. She emphasizes the value of familiar places and spaces such as parks, community gardens, and libraries to reduce stress and improve mood. Paula presents the significance of community connections and introduces the theme of “third places,” as well as speaks about why there are misconceptions that healing requires financial investment, plus advocating for accessible, everyday practices.
In this episode, you will hear:
+ exploring local communities for emotional well-being
+ role of community and social connections
+ challenges and misconceptions about healing
+ impact of everyday experiences
+ importance of doing nothing
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