Mental Health is Wealth

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 str...