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Art Matters
Surrounding ourselves with beauty matters. Art Matters. I appreciate the way cities around the world are embracing street art rather than making it a battling ground that diminishes the powerful messages drawn from public displays of creativity and color. During … Continue reading
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What I Learned from “The Rescuers” in Rwanda
I have never been tested…spoiled to traipse through life with the blissful belief that I am a generally nice person – without a forceful event to determine my commitment to kindness in the face of death. Most Rwandans over the … Continue reading
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Celebrating a Legacy in Senegal
The trauma of losing loved ones is universal and impacts mental health in everyone, but the cultural responses are so unique. My own life and relationships have often been shaped by grief for lost loved ones, which gives me a personal … Continue reading
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Loving “Teranga” in Senegal
Connecting with Senegalese partners about mental health often lead to similar conversations on the impact of stigma, the challenges of receiving adequate support, and the need to encourage conversations that heighten awareness on this topic. Discussions center on low reporting … Continue reading
