Redefining Identity Through Cross-Cultural Lens - Mental Health Series Pt3

13/09/2024 27 min Episodio 27
Redefining Identity Through Cross-Cultural Lens - Mental Health Series Pt3

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Blog post for this episode - Tap here!Key Takeaways:Importance of Community Engagement: Engaging community members in creating mental health services ensures that these services are relevant and effective.Power of Connection: Authentic connections within the community can provide profound support and help individuals feel less isolated in their struggles.Role of Culture in Mental Health: Understanding the cultural context is crucial in providing effective mental health support.Holistic Approach to Well-being: Addressing mental health involves looking at the whole person, not just diagnoses or labels.Intentionality in Support: Offering genuine support requires being present for others without trying to fix their problems.Notable Quotes:Judy Saba: "One thing I believe in is that we need to look backwards in order to be able to move forward."Lisa Makhlouf: "People that are hurt hurt others, just like healed people heal others."Eddie Reaiche: "What really does define us is not a condition. It's not whether we've got this or we've got that. Nothing really defines us because we're a person of multiple parts."Lisa Makhlouf: "Knowledge in action is power. If you're doing something with that knowledge, there is power."For more information on the Hills Sanctuary House visit our website https://hshl.org.au/You and your mental health is important to us. Please visit https://hshl.org.au/wp/help-resources/ for help and resourcesDo subscribe to this podcast to get the latest episodes of Finding Sanctuary. Follow us on Facebook - Christ the Redeemer Maronite Catholic Parish of The HillsInstagram - @hills_sanctuary_house Blog - https://hshl.org.au/blog/

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