Sometimes alcohol and weed aren't the answer. Name: Yolo Akili Robinson Mental Health Advocate and Wellness Expert, Founder Executive Director of BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health) “Men are often taught, or encouraged, not to express our feelings.
But what happens when you bury your emotions? It bottles up and becomes explosive. We end up hurting people—usually the ones we love and ourselves. During my work, I hear so many men say, ‘I don’t want to repeat my father’s mistakes.’ But it’s not so easy to be different. You need the tools. You need guidance. You have to work to break patterns. Therapy gives you the tools to do it. Ironically, oppressors are the ones who teach men of color about their masculinity; it was white men who said Black men are beasts. Racism has taught us that we cannot be the full spectrum of masculinity. Being a man is all things. Tough and weak. Anytime is a great time to get into the habit of addressing issues, and taking care of your mental health. Here are a few reasons that I suggest men seek short-term therapy or counseling.”
