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MENTAL HEALTH

What Happened When I Was The Strong, Silent Type

by Jason Lee, Author6 Comments on What Happened When I Was The Strong, Silent Type
What Happened When I Was The Strong, Silent Type

Remember when we used to describe a person who was quiet and didn't show much emotion as the strong, silent type? I don't often hear that phrase anymore to describe a someone, and I'm glad. I mean, how strong is a person who is silent, especially when it comes to their mental health? Isn't that an oxymoron? For generations, it was seen as a positive trait, to be the strong, silent type. You're cool, collected and can withstand internalized pain. Movies stars portrayed this imagery very well, often looking cool and sexy in the movies if they were stoic.

MENTAL HEALTH

Anthony Bourdain’s Death: The Ongoing Fight Against Suicide and Depression (sometimes it’s not about the stigma)

by Jason Lee, Author1 Comment on Anthony Bourdain’s Death: The Ongoing Fight Against Suicide and Depression (sometimes it’s not about the stigma)
Anthony Bourdain’s Death: The Ongoing Fight Against Suicide and Depression (sometimes it’s not about the stigma)

It's a sad loss today for those who followed Mr Bourdain but I also want honor those who have taken their own lives and aren't recognized in the media. Too many lives are lost due to suicide and depression, and there certainly isn't one simple solution that's going to end this growing concern.

MENTAL HEALTH

Angry and Asian: Breaking Mental Health Barriers for Men.

by Jason Lee, Author2 Comments on Angry and Asian: Breaking Mental Health Barriers for Men.
Angry and Asian: Breaking Mental Health Barriers for Men.

One of my goals is to reach out and connect with men particularly in ethnic communities. I'd like to break the stereotypes and barriers that ethnic men don't talk about mental health. Needless to say, I'm proud to share that I am an Asian male openly talking about my struggles with depression, anger and anxiety.