Martin Henson is a therapist, project manager, and the founder of the BMEN foundation. BMEN focuses on improving mental health and creating community for black men of all ages. In this episode he discusses the challenges for men's mental health, the long term effects of these issues, and how community can be the key in healing.

You can follow Martin's work at: https://www.martinhspeaks.com/

BMEN: https://bmenfoundation.org/

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Keywords: men's mental health, vulnerability, community support, black men's health, mental wellness, emotional connection, social media impact, masculinity, isolation, mental health resources

Cindy Costley is a speaker, author, and healer who specializes in the treatment trauma. She is the creator of Electromagnetic Body Desensitization Technique (EBDT) which focuses on treating the physical and emotional issues related to trauma. In this episode we discuss the concepts of trauma, how symptoms are actually telling you something, and how to listen to your body for find healing.

You can follow Cindy's work at: theunderlyinganswers.com or on Instagram @theunderlyinganswers

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keywords: trauma, cellular health, mental health, emotional healing, EBDT, energy medicine, dysregulation, healing journey, holistic health, trauma response

Dr. Benjamin Doolittle is a medical doctor, pastor, researcher, and author who specializes in internal medicine, pediatrics, burnout, and addiction. He is a professor at Yale University in the School of Medicine and School of Divinity. His current work focuses on the the intersection between medicine and spirituality. His book Theology and Medicine in Conversation is available in January 2026.

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keywords: theology, medicine, spirituality, healing, mental health, community, suffering, compassion, burnout, healthcare

Dreading the holiday season? In this episode we discuss why the holidays can be filled with conflict and ways to make this the best holiday season yet.

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Keywords: holidays, thanksgiving, Christmas, adventure, expectations, roles, interactions, imperfection, experience

In the final episode in our mineral series we dive into copper and it's relation to mental health We will explore the dual nature of copper, where both deficiency and excess can lead to various health issues including neurotransmitter dysfunction. We will also discuss dietary sources of copper, supplementation, and the risk of altering copper levels.

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minerals, brain health, copper, neurotransmitters, mental health, supplementation, dietary sources, copper toxicity, wellness

This conversation delves into the critical role of iron in brain health, particularly its impact on neurotransmitter production and mental health. The discussion covers the consequences of both iron deficiency (anemia) and overload, dietary sources of iron, and best practices for supplementation.

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iron, brain health, neurotransmitters, anemia, mental health, iron overload, dietary sources, iron supplementation, vitamin C, health monitoring

Navigating the world of micronutrients and supplements can be challenging. Continuing in our series on minerals and brain health, in this episode we jump into the concepts of zinc. In this episode you will learn how zinc impacts our mental health, recommended foods to consume zinc, and how to navigate supplementing zinc.

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Does taking magnesium actually improve brain health? In the first episode of our mineral series we will cover magnesium and its role in mental health. We will discuss the how magnesium can impact certain psychiatric issues and how to obtain the right amount through food or supplementation.

Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife