Mental Health is Wealth

As someone who prioritizes being consistent with what I love, I sometimes have trouble being flexible with my schedule. This episode dives deeper into this dilemma.

Just wanted to give a status update, it's been a minute!

It can be tough to tell the people you love that everything isn't okay, and that's okay.Check my buddy Laki's channel, Mental Health Casual, down below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnxGcHSvrpP-MEdw7rxzy0AHere's my link tree:https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

As I reflect on 2021, I have realized I get a little too rigid about doing the many activities that I enjoy. Sometimes, it's better to just take a break, and remind yourself why you love these activities in the first place.Hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Hi Everyone,I want to reflect on my first four sessions of therapy.I was initially planning to do a podcast after my first meeting, but I wanted a little more experience under my belt so I could get a sense of how therapy works and progresses.Thank you for your continued support, love you guys!All of your support on my content across Spotify, YouTube, and Meetup is much appreciated!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Here's a status update after 6 months - goes to show you all good things take time.Love you all and thanks for your continued support!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

I needed a little break from making videos to re-assess things, and now I'm back feeling better than ever.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Everyone experiences pain subjectively, and the struggles of another person don't invalidate your own.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

While 2020 was a universally tough year, let's use what we learned to live more fulfilling lives moving into 2021 and beyond.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Just a bump in the road to gloryhttps://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

I've had to make a few adjustments recently relative to my new job and the changes in season. It's been tough but I'm looking forward to the future, while trying my best to stay present.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

S/O to my man Laki for taking the time to interview me. His channel is below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnxGcHSvrpP-MEdw7rxzy0A IG: mentalhealthcasualhttps://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

After Laki interviewed me, I thought it would only be right to flip the scripts. Check out my content, as well as Laki's below!https://linktr.ee/clarkmastersonMental Health Casual:IG: mentalhealthcasualYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnxGcHSvrpP-MEdw7rxzy0A

Sometimes it's fun to sit in the hot seat and try something different. S/O my man Laki.https://linktr.ee/clarkmastersonhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnxG...

As cliché as it sounds, the season is changing and so is my overall attitude (in a positive way).https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

Even when things aren't going how you want them, being thankful can put everything in perspective. https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson  

While social media can be an excellent way to expose yourself to new cultures, methods of thought, and beautiful vistas, it can also be a cesspool and an echo chamber. Here's my take on how social media (mainly IG) has affected my mental health. My apologies for the occasional shifting sound!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson  

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This video is more of a vibe check, thanks for sticking with me!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

I spent a lot of time running from my problems, putting band-aids on wounds. I realized confronting and understanding my issues was the only way to start feeling happy!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

You can learn something from someone older than you, younger, or your age - it's your job to know how to listen and have an open mind!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

Everybody goes through the ups and downs of life, and that's okay!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson  Also, I recognize it's Day 38 and not 37 - I'm not perfect lol.

Everyone's journey is unique, and just because one person is at a specific point in their life doesn't mean they "have it all figured out".https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

The way you view a situation can dramatically change its outcome.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

As they say, Rome wasn't built in a day.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

I didn't even get into how tons of immigrants, Nigerians for example, come to this country with multiple degrees!

Sometimes we focus on achieving a goal to change other peoples' perceptions of us. Is that really a healthy thing to do?

I was inspired to speak on this topic after finishing one of my favorite book series ever. https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Taking myself too seriously not only hindered my growth, but it made me unhappy. I had to learn to understand why I was stifling myself in order to apply more positive behaviors in my life. https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Doing some meditation today helped me realize my identity is more complex than my "life story" has led me to believe.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

Socializing is much more complex than two classifications!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Sometimes it helps to reassess from a distance, then attack a problem using a different method!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Sometimes, the week can be more exciting than the weekend. Try to enjoy every day of the week, as opposed to focusing on just two!I was incorrect about it being Day 28 - water under the bridge. https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

I've put a lot of pressure on myself to pump out an episode every day. That being said, I don't want the quality of my content to suffer, so it might make sense to take a step back.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

As I've said before, there are many for whom I can't speak. Fortunately, Kal was generous enough to hop on for an interview regarding his opinions on the current state of affairs in the USA.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Doing things alone does not automatically equate to strength, especially when you have folks around you who are willing to listen or share the load. https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

I've dealt with insecurities regarding my body for many years, and I finally feel like I'm really turning things around. For all those who are going through a similar struggle, keep your head up!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Sometimes things aren't as fake as they may seem!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Learning Spanish has been an incredible, continuous, challenging journey that I will partake for the rest of my life. https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson 

Mental health, even when two people have the same diagnosis, manifests itself in completely different ways. The important thing is to assess what makes YOU anxious and why YOU feel that way. Only then can an effective, proactive healing process begin.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Having hobbies is a lifelong way to ensure proper mental health, and something to not neglect just because you are busy with work. https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

I know I usually do stories and give advice, but this one is going to be a quick vibe check on how I'm feeling.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

I want to put a HEAVY emphasis on the word "murder".https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

The people with whom we spend time can affect us in a variety of ways.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

The same event can be interpreted radically differently depending on the person - you choose what you wish to learn and apply!

Ain't nothin to bounce back!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

In times of tragedy, renewal of hope comes from unexpected places.https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

Came up with this episode after connecting with a close friend from across the country in Los Angeles. 

Relationships between family members can be especially complex. This is a personal story about reconnecting and reassessing. Feel free to check out all of my creative endeavors below!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson

My friend Rhi was awesome enough to hop on Zoom with me to do a candid interview about her ups and downs with losing her identity, and rediscovering it on a journey spanning thousands of miles. She is now a single mother to a beautiful girl, Emilia. She's had a whole lot on her plate the past three years, but has remained remarkably poised in the face of adversity. This is her story, told straight from the source.To see some of her creative endeavors, I encourage you to check out Rhi's website: http://rhioutloud.com/ Feel free to check out all of my creative endeavors below!https://linktr.ee/clarkmasterson