Julius Boatwright (he, him, his)

Earlier this week, I moderated a discussion focused on successfully overcoming mental health challenges with a group of Steelers players. One of the questions I asked was, "How do you respond calmly when things don't go as planned?" Shout out to the men for persevering today.

How would your workplace experiences improve if leadership consistently modeled wellness? Research shows that leaders who embrace this process give their teams permission to reset and thrive. Ultimately, when staff health is prioritized, organizations can become more sustainable.

Rest is an active process of renewal that heals our minds, bodies, and spirits. A rested brain can imagine possibilities when an exhausted one may only see problems. By honoring rest as a tool for recovery, we're able to bring a stronger version of ourselves to life's challenges.

Rest is where our nervous systems recalibrate, our creativity returns, and our identities detach from toxic work culture. It's like an essential business meeting with our own souls. Rest creates space for us to remember our purpose when we're not producing. It's success embodied.

In our fast-paced world, success is often celebrated as a product of relentless effort and tireless hustle. We've been trained to glorify long workdays, chase endless productivity, and neglect signs of burnout. What if the secret sauce to sustained success was how well we rested?

One of the most meaningful ways that we can connect with people on their mental health healing journeys is by openly sharing our lived experiences. This type of transparent communication creates new opportunities for us to build trust and reciprocate support in our relationships.

One of the best things about being a therapist is when your clients say they now have the words to express their feelings.

After the election, many people are searching for ways to support their mental health. If you know someone who's looking for an empathic and supportive therapist, consider referring them to me. I'm accepting clients in PA who are 25 and up for my Pay What Makes You Happy Program.

1-on-1 Somatic Sessions ✨️ Mindfulness 🧠 Breathwork 🫁 Meditation 🌊 Yoga 🧘🏽‍♂️ Rest 😴

The mistakes that you've made in life don't have to determine your sense of self-worth. You possess the power to question, disrupt, and stop unhealthy thoughts when they're not supporting your wellness. Please keep this in mind when your brain tries to tell you a different story.

When people aren't accustomed to thriving from a place of abundance, it can become challenging for them to fully embrace the goodness that's manifesting in their lives. This is why it's important to give yourself the time that's needed for your mindset to grow, adapt, and evolve.

When you're experiencing burnout, it may be supportive to gain a holistic understanding of what the symptoms are being influenced by at their core. This deepened awareness can safely guide you to start showing up for your whole self with unconditional love, grace, and compassion.

This week, I started my journey of training to become a Sound Healing Practitioner. Shout out to Amanda Chirumbolo Miller, Founder of Allora Health and Wellness, for creating this program. I'm excited to learn, grow, and eventually share this wellness practice with the community.

Today, I had the privilege to speak about Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month on behalf of Steel Smiling. Thanks to Alicia, Marian, Councilperson Bob Charland, and their staff for sharing this opportunity with us. The proclamation ceremony was full of hope, love, and support.

Physical copies of The Self-Care Deck: 52 Reflections to Promote Mental Wellness are now available. Let me know if you'd like to get decks for yourself, your organization, or a dear friend in your life. It's truly been a labor of love since I began creating this project in 2021.

I'm currently accepting new referrals for my Pay What Makes You Happy Program. I provide 1-on-1 clinical mental health treatment for adults above the age of 25 in Pennsylvania. Additionally, clients can supplement their psychotherapy with individual and/or group somatic sessions.

The most high functioning, resourceful, and charismatic people aren't exempt from experiencing complex grief and trauma. In some instances, they may cope and deal with emotional challenges by becoming hyperfixated on their success. Let's be mindful that they're human-beings, too.

Today, I had an opportunity to speak at the Disability Pride PGH Event. I spoke about thriving with mental illness, embodying unconditional positive regard, and embracing a trauma-informed lifestyle. Special thanks to Vicki Landers and Gab Bonesso for inviting me to be a speaker.

Thanks to Erin Dalton and her amazingly talented team at the @ACDHS for making meaningful investments into community mental health supports. Their deep commitment to our collective efforts has been truly transformative, and it's amplifying a significant impact county-wide. #Heal

This month, I had an opportunity to facilitate a gentle yoga session for my coworkers at Neighborhood Allies. I'm so grateful to work for an organization that invests in staff mental health and wellness. As we did our final stretch together, a hail storm got everyone's attention!