Fostering both emotional and cultural intelligence in ourselves doesn’t just improve our own mental health but also contributes to the well-being of those around us.

You know that feeling when you just can’t bring yourself to do anything? You’re lying in bed, scrolling through your phone, telling yourself you’re being lazy. But what if I told you that laziness isn’t actually a thing? Seriously, it doesn’t exist. Stay with me, and I’ll explain.

The weight of navigating systemic injustices, discrimination, and cultural erasure can be overwhelming, leading to profound mental and emotional fatigue. Marginalized communities have historically been expected to embody resilience in the face of adversity, but it is essential to recognize that this expectation can take a toll on our well-being.