Episode 51 Whether you've been a victim of racism or care about someone who has, we all have a part to play in acknowledging and dismantling macro and micro-racism in American. In this episode, Coach Kelly Marie delves into the mental health effects of racism. Taking time to define racism and outlining the mental health and physical health effects of racism on the body. 

You can cope with Racism and Racial Trauma by:

Finding a role model

Talking about your experience

Naming what you are feeling as you feel it

Remind yourself that taking time to pause can improve your health

Connect with others who understand what you experience and can provide social supports

Identify your specific triggers

Consider getting involved in activism and problem solving

*This content of this episode is based on the New York State Office of Mental Health fact sheet “The Mental Health Effects of Racism”

Mental Health Resources 

Call 211 or visit www.211.org for help finding public services in your area

Suicide Prevention Helpline has someone for you to talk to 24/7 call  (800) - 273 8255

Text GO to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor 

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Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC 

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