Mental health matters, but for many in our community, it’s still a tough conversation. Maria Alfaro, founder of One Paso, is changing that. Inspired by her own journey as a first-gen Salvadoran-American, she created a non-profit dedicated to destigmatizing mental health through culture, education, and healing spaces
It’s easy to fall into the hustle culture trap and to never face our traumas, specially as an immigrant. Gabi and Ale, co-founders of Treat Yourself and Heal (TYSAYH) seek to change all that. TYSAH’s mission is to heal the world with self care, community, and overcoming while partnering with underrepresented solo-preneurs and empowering causes.
In today’s show, we talk with two professionals in the mental health field about the importance of maintaining a healthy headspace, seeking help when you need it, and dispeling the stereotypes about therapist offices. We also discuss the stigma with mental health in the Salvadoran community.