Behind The Mind

On the latest episode of Behind the Mind, Vice President of Equity & Inclusion at Quinnipiac University, Don Sawyer, joins me to discuss mental health in black communities, black mental health on college campuses, and the psychological impact of racism and the many ways in which it manifests in daily life. He shines light on the impact that COVID-19 and the current social justice movement are having on black mental health. He shares his own experiences with mental health as a young boy growing up in Harlem, and how martial arts provided him with a healthy outlet to fight through struggles. He discusses how meditation and time to self promotes mental health, and shares advice not only for black students, but for students of all races to take care of themselves emotionally. He also discusses his work to promote diversity at Quinnipiac, where he created the Youtube series "The Cut," which provides black students a platform to open up about their daily struggles, including mental health concerns. Enjoy!