We’re All a Little MASKy
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We’re talking about mental health in the workplace in this pre-COVID unreleased episode. Eric Kussin, founder of #SameHere, takes us through his work bringing mental health education to schools, athletes, and businesses.
- How much do we really know about mental health? Eric Kussin shares his personal experience with a mental health crisis as an athlete, executive, and brother, and how stigma-filled representations out there led him to start his organization, a global movement for mental health.
- The hosts talk masculinity contest culture and how leadership and masculinity are not always mutually exclusive. Eric paints a picture of what it looks like to prioritize mental wellness to get results and stresses the importance of embracing different leadership styles.
- Eric reflects on how celebrated overworking is and how understanding that work includes rest and care creates safer workplaces.
COMPANION PIECES:
- UnMASKing the Workplace
- Ya can’t pour from an empty cup! How Men Can Take Better Care of Themselves
- Black Masculinity, Mental Health, and Education
Referenced on this episode:
- Kevin Love speaks on mental health
- Carolyn Flack sharing mental health battles before her passing
- Masculinity contest culture
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