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Relationships are challenging. Even more so during the holidays. We are reminded of our...
A few days ago, I was talking to a friend and mentor from Central Africa whom I have known for 13...
Seeking mental help is not an easy thing to do. Not only do I know from personal experience (yes...
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ByDr. Ajab Amin
November 23, 2019
Anxiety,Coping strategies,Depression,Holidays,Relationships,Trauma
The holidays are fast approaching. When I was a child in Cameroon, I looked forward to December. It was one of my favorite periods because people came together to celebrate. There was always a lot of food and merriment. As an adult, although I enjoy spending the holidays with my...
I often hear African immigrants say that they have never had a reason to seek professional counseling. (Read this post for common reasons they give). I believe counseling is even more important for African immigrants because traditional practices geared toward mental health in many parts of Africa are no longer...
ByDr. Ajab Amin
November 9, 2019
African-related,Coping strategies,Mental health,Personal development
I’ve been in the U.S. as an adult for about 15 years now. The longer I am here, the easier it has become to make the U.S. my home. I have an Americanish accent (depending on whom I’m talking to), I have adopted different things from American culture. I probably...
But I pray, why do I still need counseling? You’ve probably heard someone say this or you’ve thought it yourself. I get it, I used to think so too. But it is not accurate. If all we needed were prayers without action, then we wouldn’t need medical doctors, dentists, scientists...
I am grateful to have had this 2022 exclusive interview with Brainz Magazine. Click on the link to read more about me and why I created African Mind Healer.
Brainz Magazine Articles
I was an Executive Contributor at Brainz Magazine, a magazine “with a focus on interviews, articles and information about business, mindset, innovation, leadership and lifestyles.” Check out the magazine and read my articles linked below.