HINESIGHTS Podcast

In this mini episode Kevin answers questions from listeners and fills us in on his favorite things! 

Kevin sits down with Amercian Youtuber and online Fitness coach, Bradley Martyn to discuss all things mental health related. 

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While all of our communities face mental health challenges, Black communities often deal with more stigma and discrimination, and can receive compromised care. Negative attitudes and beliefs towards people who live with mental health conditions is pervasive within the U.S. and can be particularly strong within the Black community. One study showed that 63% of Black people believe that a mental health condition is a sign of personal weakness.

This series, called My Brothers Keeper is highlighting some of the amazing African American Mental Health advocates who are breaking the stigma and encouraging others to take their pain and use it for greatness. 

While all of our communities face mental health challenges, Black communities often deal with more stigma and discrimination, and can receive compromised care. Negative attitudes and beliefs towards people who live with mental health conditions is pervasive within the U.S. and can be particularly strong within the Black community. One study showed that 63% of Black people believe that a mental health condition is a sign of personal weakness.

This series, called My Brothers Keeper is highlighting some of the amazing African American Mental Health advocates who are breaking the stigma and encouraging others to take their pain and use it for greatness.

While all of our communities face mental health challenges, Black communities often deal with more stigma and discrimination, and can receive compromised care. Negative attitudes and beliefs towards people who live with mental health conditions is pervasive within the U.S. and can be particularly strong within the Black community. One study showed that 63% of Black people believe that a mental health condition is a sign of personal weakness.

This series, called My Brothers Keeper is highlighting some of the amazing African American Mental Health advocates who are breaking the stigma and encouraging others to take their pain and use it for greatness.

While all of our communities face mental health challenges, Black communities often deal with more stigma and discrimination, and can receive compromised care. Negative attitudes and beliefs towards people who live with mental health conditions is pervasive within the U.S. and can be particularly strong within the Black community. One study showed that 63% of Black people believe that a mental health condition is a sign of personal weakness.

This series, called My Brothers Keeper is highlighting some of the amazing African American Mental Health advocates who are breaking the stigma and encouraging others to take their pain and use it for greatness.

My Brothers Keeper series created to highlight the uniqueness to the African American Community and the disparities faced when people of color are in need of services. 

What happens at the intersection of mental health and one’s experience as a member of the Black community? While the experience of being Black in America varies tremendously, there are shared cultural factors that play a role in helping define mental health and supporting well-being, resiliency and healing.

Part of this shared cultural experience — family connections, values, expression through spirituality or music, reliance on community and religious networks — are enriching and can be great sources of strength and support.

However, another part of this shared experience is facing racism, discrimination and inequity that can significantly affect a person’s mental health. Being treated or perceived as “less than” because of the color of your skin can be stressful and even traumatizing. Additionally, members of the Black community face structural challenges accessing the care and treatment they need.

This podcast features Wendell Fields who's motto is "Find your truth and live it". Wendell is a motivational speaker, coach, and has a many roles in helping people transform their lives. Check out his website and social media. www.wendellfields.com or @wendblew

My Brothers Keeper series was created to highlight the uniqueness of the African American Community and the disparities faced when people of color are in need of services.

What happens at the intersection of mental health and one’s experience as a member of the Black community? While the experience of being Black in America varies tremendously, there are shared cultural factors that play a role in helping define mental health and supporting well-being, resiliency, and healing.

Part of this shared cultural experience — family connections, values, expression through spirituality or music, reliance on community and religious networks — is enriching and can be a great source of strength and support.

However, another part of this shared experience is facing racism, discrimination, and inequity that can significantly affect a person’s mental health. Being treated or perceived as “less than” because of the color of your skin can be stressful and even traumatizing. Additionally, members of the Black community face structural challenges accessing the care and treatment they need.

This podcast features King Hunter, a leader who aims for what he wants. He is a musician, comedian, and successful black entrepreneur. In 2017 King attempted to take a turn in a different direction and opened a door for better opportunities. He didn’t have the best upbringing and grew up in a poverty-stricken neighborhood. He realized that poverty wasn’t his set destination and he never gave up on self-improvement and changing his situation. King is now a successful businessman in real estate, renting Airbnb’s out to prospects throughout Atlanta. He continues to pursue his dreams as a comedian/musician through stand-up comedy and plays music across the United States.  His motto: #You won’t regret how far you get.

@Thebmeyers