Unmasking Mental Health with Donnita Hathaway

My strong is revealing the truth about mental
health.


Today, we’re joined by Donnita Hathaway, daughter of the
legendary musician Donny Hathaway and founder of the Donny
Hathaway Legacy Project, for a thoughtful conversation about
navigating the many faces of mental health. In this episode, we
discuss the complexities of mental health, focusing on unmasking
mental health challenges and the significance of seeking support
and building community. Just as Donny Hathaway’s music unmasked
deep emotions and truths, Donnita continues his legacy by
shedding light on mental health challenges and the importance of
seeking support and building community. 




Episode Highlights:



The Hidden Struggles: Donnita shares
intimate stories of hidden struggles with mental health,
reflecting on key moments that have influenced her life and
well-being, particularly her experiences with her mother
and father.


The Importance of Community: Discussion on
the critical role of community support in fostering
resilience and connection, and how to build a strong
support network.


Lifespan Perspectives: Insights into how
mental health concerns vary across different life stages,
from childhood to older adulthood, and the tailored support
needed.




Join us for this insightful conversation on unmasking the
complexities of mental health and the power of community in
navigating life’s challenges.


Part of the Shades of Strong archive — the birthplace
of the Support Languages framework. This movement exists to
help Black women move from carrying everything in silence to
being supported, seen, and sustained in real life.


Donnita Hathaway is the founder of the Donny
Hathaway Legacy Project, which is dedicated to the memory of
her father, soul singer and songwriter Donny Hathaway. This
organization provides holistic mental and emotional
health-related education, advocacy and essential resources
that are culturally relevant and accessible to support
creative artists, Black communities and young people.


Connect with Donnita:  Instagram:
@donnitacamille &
@donnyhathawaylp


Links mentioned: Donny Hathaway Legacy
Project 


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