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From Isolation to Connection: Healing Ourselves & Our Communities with Minaa B., LCSW – Episode 334

Oct 1, 2024
Minaa B., a licensed social worker and author of 'Owning Our Struggles', dives into the vital themes of self-awareness and community healing. She reflects on how the pandemic amplified isolation and trauma, stressing the importance of addressing childhood trauma for societal well-being. The conversation emphasizes personal responsibility in healing and the role of empathy in forging strong community ties. Minaa also encourages listeners to challenge biases and engage in meaningful connections for true growth and societal transformation.
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  • Healing necessitates a community-oriented approach that fosters genuine connections while prioritizing both personal and collective well-being.
  • Addressing personal biases through active reflection is essential for understanding diverse perspectives and enhancing community relationships.

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Impact of the Pandemic on Relationships and Community

The year 2020 brought significant challenges to interpersonal relationships and community connections, influenced largely by the pandemic and social movements. Social isolation, compounded by societal grief from events like the murder of George Floyd, left many feeling disconnected and unsupported by institutions. Essential workers faced unique burdens, and many individuals sought new communities as they grappled with their environments. As therapists observed, this backdrop highlighted underlying fractures in relationships that may have previously been masked by everyday busyness and distractions.

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