Are You Actually Okay?

In part 1 of 2 of this episode, we sit down with a friend to talk about something many of us grew up avoiding—mental health in the Black community. We laugh, we reminisce, and we get real about what it means to normalize trauma, function through pain, and still tell ourselves we’re “fine.”Ketayma opens up about therapy, anxiety, depression, and the moment he realized he was repeating patterns he thought he’d escaped. We also talk about why so many of us confuse survival with strength… and why healing requires more than prayer, jokes, or pushing through.This episode asks one simple question: Are you actually okay, or just really good at pretending?…And come back next week for the continuation to this conversation.Send us your questions and/or topic suggestions here Like, share, follow and rate the podcast!Read the weekly BLOG: https://noirpoised.wixsite.com/noirpoisedpodcastYoutube: @noirpoisedpodcastInstagram: @noirpoisedpodcastTwitter: @noirpoised*This podcast is for conversation and reflection only. We’re not licensed therapists or medical professionals. The stories and perspectives shared here are based on personal experience and should not replace professional advice. If you’re struggling or need guidance, we encourage you to seek help from a qualified therapist or mental health professional.