EPISODE · Apr 12, 2026 · 39 MIN
What Migration Does to Your Mental Health: A Jamaican Perspective
from On The Veranda - with Kel · host Kellee Thomas-Plummer
What does migration really do to your mental health?In this episode, we explore the emotional impact of moving abroad from a Jamaican perspective from identity shifts and cultural expectations to the silent struggles many face after relocating to the UK.We talk about how upbringing and community shape the way we understand mental health, why so many people struggle to express emotions, and what it takes to protect your wellbeing while navigating a new life.If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fully belong after moving abroad, this conversation will resonate.
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What does migration really do to your mental health?In this episode, we explore the emotional impact of moving abroad from a Jamaican perspective from identity shifts and cultural expectations to the silent struggles many face after relocating to the UK.We talk about how upbringing and community shape the way we understand mental health, why so many people struggle to express emotions, and what it takes to protect your wellbeing while navigating a new life.If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fully belong after moving abroad, this conversation will resonate.
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