mental health as luxury
“I don’t believe in Therapy” This was a common saying I heard from my father as a child. It’s safe to say that my father was suffering from mental issues himself, which he refused to work on. I slowly began to realize that his resistance allowed for a toxic environment to manifest growing up. I myself had my fair share of experience with therapists, being mostly raised by my mother. Although I’ve had my initial feelings towards therapy curated by my father’s ignorant statements, I slowly began to realize how beneficial these sessions were in dealing with the trauma I’ve … More
greenwashing
More people today are adopting an environmentally-conscious mindset and seeking sustainable design, zero-waste living practices, and companies in line with this philosophy. Businesses are well-aware that younger generations are more willing to pay top-dollar for products and services that promise to endeavor towards a healthier planet. Due to this ethical and financial incentive, companies often look towards effective marketing, PR campaigns, and feel-good “best practice” promises to bolster their eco-friendly public image. The pressure for companies and organizations to go green are reaching a critical turning point as claims of eco-friendliness and sustainability are now being investigated with a finer-toothed … More
