Ep 56 "Trust The Process" Feat. Jasmine Dolcine

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Jasmine Dolcine, who shares her journey of managing mental health while growing up in a Caribbean household in New York and eventually transitioning to life in Houston. Jasmine opens up about the cultural nuances and expectations that shaped her experiences with mental health from a young age and how moving to a different city and state impacted her growth and healing process. Together, we discuss her challenges, from cultural stigmas to finding her voice in spaces where mental health was seldom spoken about. Tune in to hear about resilience, adaptation, and the importance of building community and support wherever you are. Key Points: Growing Up in a Caribbean Household Cultural perspectives on mental health within the Caribbean community How family dynamics impacted her understanding and acceptance of mental health challenges Finding Community and Support Building connections and finding resources that align with her values and heritage Breaking Generational Stigmas and Therapy Conversations with family and navigating cultural stigmas around therapy and mental health care How she learned to honor her Caribbean roots while embracing mental health care Message for Others Encouragement for those who have faith and pursue mental health journeys Advice on finding belonging and support wherever you are This episode discusses mental health struggles and may touch on topics related to suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is struggling, please remember that you’re not alone. There is help available, and reaching out is a sign of strength. Consider speaking with a mental health professional or calling a crisis hotline for immediate support. In the U.S., the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 at 988. Your mental health matters, and there are people who care and want to help you through it. Connect with UsIG @Wearevonpod Sounds by: ► Music Credit: LAKEY INSPIRED Track Name: "Blue Boi" Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED @ ⁠⁠⁠  / lakeyinspired  ⁠⁠⁠ Original upload HERE - ⁠⁠⁠   • LAKEY INSPIRED - Blue Boi  ⁠⁠⁠ Official "LAKEY INSPIRED" YouTube Channel HERE - ⁠⁠⁠   / @lakeyinspired  ⁠⁠⁠ License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported "Share Alike" (CC BY-SA 3.0) License. Full License HERE - ⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠⁠⁠ Music promoted by NCM ⁠⁠⁠https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ⁠⁠⁠