Episode 3: Mental Health Isn’t Weakness

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions about mental health, therapy, and suicide ideation. Listener discretion is advised.In this episode of We Aren’t a Threat, I break down the stigma surrounding mental health in Black and Brown communities. From growing up in environments where “being strong” meant staying silent, to learning that vulnerability is actually power — I dive into what it means to heal in systems that were never designed for our well-being.I also share personal reflections on mental health, therapy, and the strength it takes to choose healing. Whether you’ve been struggling quietly or just beginning your mental health journey, this episode is a reminder that asking for help is not weakness — it’s survival.