38. Black Men Navigating Emotional Freedom and Mental Health with Harvey Laguerre

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What if societal expectations and past traumas were the silent barriers holding Black men back from true emotional freedom? It's Men's Mental Health month and we are going to talk about it!
Join us on the Impostrix Podcast as we sit down with Harvey Laguerre, the host of the Men Are the P.R.I.Z.E. podcast, to unravel this complex issue.
Harvey opens up about his personal journey to becoming the man he is today. A men's mental health advocate, a stay-at-home dad, and creator of supportive and vulnerable space for Black men. From growing up in a toxic household, failing out of college, and experiencing his first awareness of mental dis-ease, together, we peel back the layers on the often-untold struggles that Black men face in expressing vulnerability and seeking mental health support.
As Harvey shares, he has faced the shadows of domestic violence, survived a suicide attempt, and battled the feeling of being unwanted—only to rise with resilience and a renewed sense of self-worth. Through his candid storytelling, Harvey offers a raw look into his academic and emotional challenges, emphasizing how critical it is for Black men to process their emotions rather than suppress them. His narrative is not just a tale of overcoming obstacles but a testament to the transformative power of love and the importance of having conversations about mental health and self-worth.
In this episode, we also explore the nuanced experiences of growing up Black in predominantly white neighborhoods and the societal pressures to conform. Harvey and I discuss the importance of finding a supportive community, whether through personal connections or professional therapy, and the profound impact of vulnerability on relationships.
Tune in and be part of this vital conversation aiming to inspire and empower others to embrace their vulnerability and seek the support they need to thrive. And, catch me on the Men Are The P.R.I.Z.E. podcast for the special mothers day episode!
Catch up with Harvey on IG @menaretheprizepod. And as usual, find Whitney @impostrixpodcast and on our website, impostrixpodcast.com.
Shout out to Chris at DigitalREM for editing this episode!

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Chapters

1. Validation and Insights on Mental Health (00:00:00)

2. Journey to Mental Health and Healing (00:14:26)

3. Overcoming Struggles and Finding Success (00:27:49)

4. Navigating Black Male Vulnerability (00:39:38)

5. Importance of Vulnerability in Men (00:45:15)

6. Imposter Syndrome Discussion on Podcast (00:55:33)