Breaking the Silence- Addressing Mental Health at Work

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In this episode of the Black Executive Perspective podcast, host Tony Tidbit is joined by Dr. Patrice LeGoy, an international psychologist and licensed marriage and family therapist, and Matt Schuster, co-founder of Addra Labs. Together, they explore the complexities of mental health in the workplace, particularly within corporate America. The discussion covers personal experiences, societal pressures, and actionable strategies for individuals and organizations to support mental well-being. Key takeaways include the importance of self-care, the power of open communication, and the role of managers in creating a supportive work environment. This episode aims to normalize conversations about mental health, offering practical advice for supervisors to help their teams effectively manage mental health issues.

▶︎ In This Episode

00:00: Introduction to Workplace Mental Health

00:42: Welcome to the Podcast

01:15: Meet the Guests: Dr. Patrice LeGoy and Matt Schuster

02:20: Personal Stories and Experiences

10:11: The Importance of Addressing Mental Health at Work

20:25: Challenges and Triggers in the Workplace

30:31: Building a Supportive Work Environment

37:57: The Pressure to Hide Emotions

39:23: Internal Strategies for Stress Management

39:57: Normalizing Conversations About Stress

42:29: Matt's Personal Experience with Stress

46:01: Reframing and Mindfulness Techniques

51:39: The Power of Self-Talk

58:17: Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace

01:03:41: Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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