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So much has been done but more work, transparency, love, and truth is needed to continue tearing down the barrier stigma places in front of tons of people being able to talk about mental health struggles and go through with seeking support! As someone who does work in this area, it frustrates me and breaks my heart. More has to be understood and done about it—especially in the Church. I filmed a new YouTube video all about this and it’s up on the channel NOW! [Update 2026: it

The stigma surrounding acknowledging and seeking care for mental health concerns in communities of color is astounding—not only in its long-standing influence but especially in the devastation that it has caused in in the quality of life of these communities. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), “African Americans sometimes experience more severe forms of mental health conditions due to unmet needs and other barriers. According to the Health and Human