For those who have suffered without help long before the pandemic was a
reality, my prayer is we could advocate for mental health concerns to be
de-stigmatized, and mental health care to be accessible and affordable for
everyone in our country. “Going back to normal” means going back to a
culture that ignores the growing epidemics of burnout and poor mental
health. We need a new normal where self care and mental health are
prioritized and practiced.