The Concerned Psychologist

Happy International Drag Day! 💋👑

Swipe through ten moments of joy, protest, and glitter.

These queens aren’t just celebrities. They’re storytellers, shape-shifters, and survivors. Because drag isn’t just about gender or glam—it’s about lineage, resistance, and building chosen family when the world couldn’t hold you.

As (Kareem Khubchandani) writes in Decolonize Drag:

“To decolonize drag requires a more capacious mind and generous heart—one that celebrates the shared worlds performers conjure for their audiences through the body.”

From circus glam with to marching alongside at Pride before the dragons showed up 🐉, these snapshots are love letters to the joy, courage, and critique that make drag sacred.

Here’s to the artists who remind us that gender is not a cage—it’s a stage.

👑 Which moment resonated with you most?
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What if Valentine’s Day wasn’t just about couples? 💖

In Mexico, El Día del Amor y la Amistad reminds us that love includes friendship, chosen family, and community. 🫶

Here’s why friendships deserve more love:
💖 Improve mental health and help you live longer
✨ Carry you through life’s hardest seasons
🤝 They are love—without the pressure

This Valentine’s Day, celebrate the friends who make your life richer—because friendship is love. 💖

👉 Read my blog “The Myth of Romantic Love” for more insight.

Tag a friend you’re grateful for! 💖👇

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Exercising my civic duty in the 2024 general election today. Voting is one of the most direct ways we can contribute to shaping our communities and protecting the values we believe in. Every vote counts. Let’s make our voices heard!

"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter." - Martin Luther King, Jr.

Justice is a restorative force critical to positive mental health. Examining the consequences for J6 perpetrators, regardless of their level of involvement, becomes imperative to restore faith in leadership. Public policy and accountability play pivotal roles in shaping collective mental health. Let's explore the intersections of justice, accountability, and mental well-being. Check out my blog! ⚖️💚 🇺🇸💔
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J6 Capitol Attack: Navigating Trauma, Accountability, and Democracy in Mental Health — The Concerned Psychologist Explore the aftermath of the J6 Capitol attack, its impact on mental health, and the need for accountability. Join the conversation on trauma, democracy, and justice as we navigate the complexities of our political landscape. the lessons learned from January 6, 2021.

In 2024, instead of New Year's resolutions, I am focusing on 7 intentions:
1. Prioritizing body care
2. Engaging in art practices
3. Ensuring sufficient sleep
4. Cultivating self-compassion
5. Embracing incremental changes
6. Committing to continued self-education
7. Embracing fun, joy, and connection.
 
What resonated with you? What are you recommitting to in 2024?
 

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June is PTSD awareness month.

NIH Research Study: Depression, Repeated Doses of Ketamine, & Neuroimaging Depression, Repeated Doses of Ketamine, and Neuroimaging

This was me 8 years ago, but it feels like a lifetime ago. During the 2nd year of my PhD program I decided to become a yoga instructor under the guidance of the infamous, Carmen Aguilar . It probably wasn’t the best for my productivity but it was great for my body and my mental health. It also laid the groundwork for feeling comfortable going group interventions.