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Where do we start our soul care journey?

We can start with understanding ourselves and our mental health in the context of our history, our culture and the impact of structural oppression in our daily lives. As we seek healing, we give ourselves permission to practice soul care and find well-being. 

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Blog post: How Hope Heals -- and Sets Us Free

As young people of color, we often face uncertainty and adversity. Learn how hope can help us in proven and practical ways — and how it’s more than a feeling or wishful thinking.

 

Dr. Jessica Isom shares the science of hope and its healing powers

“Hope is more than just wishful thinking. Research shows that hope can empower us to set goals, identify ways forward, and take action in ways that affect our lives — and our mental health. I’ve seen firsthand how hope can be a beacon of light that guides our steps as we build resilience and find healing.” -Dr. Isom

Hope & Freedom Tool Kit

Watch this video about Freedom Dreaming and try this creative exercise:

Explore and share these resources  to help nurture hope and emotional well-being in your life and community.

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Help spread the liberating power of hope with your friends on social. Grab this image and share it with your own message of hope!

 

Coming Soon: Justice

For us as young people of color, justice is more than fairness or a legal concept. Justice profoundly shapes our mental health, physical well-being, and opportunities to thrive.

 

Coming Soon: Love

Uncover the dynamics of creating and maintaining loving, healthy, and supportive relationships. Explore self care, boundaries, and connection in ways that support your mental health and emotional well-being.

 

 

Coming Soon: Soul Care

Explore information, inspiration and creative exercises that support soul care, a holistic approach to emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. 

 

 

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