Still growing up in the Black church, Donal faced the formidable challenge of reconciling faith with mental health struggles. This episode of the Rough Edges podcast invites you into his heartfelt journey through the emotional landscapes shaped by post-traumatic slavery syndrome.
We find out how historical and cultural factors have influenced the suppression of grief and lament in the Black community, and also learn how Donal found strength in grieving openly much like the biblical figures he admires.
Our discussion shines a light on the need for a compassionate and informed approach to mental health within faith communities highlighting the potential for healing when we acknowledge our shared history.
Listen to this episode and explore how we can build a supportive environment that embraces both mental health and faith.
Let me know what you thought of this episode! Email me at rough.edges.podcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram at @rough.edges.podcast.
In this episode we cover:
● Reconciling faith with mental health struggles in the Black church
● Suppression of grief and lament in the Black community
● The role of the church in emotional processing and communal support
● How Donal uses activism and music to create supportive mental health spaces
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
● Connect with Donal HERE to learn more about his journey and music
● Listen to last week's episode HERE!
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