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Empowering women through resilience and mental health

In this episode of 'Sitting with Shay J,' 9NEWS race and culture contributor Shay Johnson spoke with a resilience and trauma expert about prioritizing mental health.

DENVER — In this week's episode of 'Sitting with Shay J,' we focused on the crucial themes of resilience and mental health, specifically as it relates to women for Women's History Month.

Our guest, Marisol Solarte-Erlacher, has over two decades of experience as a trauma expert, speaker and resilience consultant.

In the spirit of Women's History Month, Solarte-Erlacher delved into the evolution of the narrative surrounding women's mental health. She shed light on the challenges women face in recognizing signs of burnout and stress, providing valuable insights into when and how to seek professional assistance.

Solarte-Erlacher also explored the concept of trauma and its manifestation in the context of women's mental health. As a trauma expert, she shared effective strategies for navigating and overcoming trauma.

Solarte-Erlacher extended her expertise to the workplace, discussing how organizations can actively contribute to creating supportive environments for women. She emphasized the impact of storytelling, as seen in her podcast 'Resilience and Resistance,' in destigmatizing mental health discussions for diverse women, particularly those from BIPOC communities.

As we wrapped up, Solarte-Erlacher offered practical advice on prioritizing 'me time' amid busy lives, empowering women to carve out dedicated moments for themselves. Finally, she left us with an empowering message for women navigating challenges in their mental health journey, emphasizing the harnessing of resilience not just to overcome but to thrive.

This empowering episode promises to provide valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in, be inspired, and let's continue to foster positive change together.

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