Many of us know the quote: “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different results.” Why, then, does society often continue with the same outdated responses to those suffering from mental health challenges, including the ever-escalating opioid crisis? Former U.S. Representative Patrick J. Kennedy and Dr. Jon Sherin…
This past week Flawless traveled to the west coast and spent time watching films at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, California. We were thrilled to be at the kick off for the inaugural Why We Rise “Changing Lives Through TV & Film” Series presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. This was a…
High school is supposed to be simple. You go to class, do your homework, maybe play a sport or join a school club. “High school drama” is supposed to involve getting asked to prom. Everyone is busy checking off their to-do lists, focusing on classes, and thinking about what comes next. We all see what the next steps are: heading to college, getting a degree, and eventually starting a career. But during the beginning of my senior year, I learned just how unpredictable life can be.
“If we all do our part, we can start to turn the corner on this, but it’s going to take everyone’s involvement” – Patrick Kennedy, Founder of the Kennedy Foundation Patrick Kennedy’s words rang loud and strong throughout the New Hampshire Town Hall as he gave his closing remarks at Unite for Mental Health event.…
At the Mental Health For US Town Hall in New Hampshire a series of politicians, advocates, judges, and mental health experts spoke about the systemic issues surrounding mental health and criminal justice. Among these speakers was Sarah True, a two-time Olympic triathlete. Sarah’s story resonated with the crowd, as she openly shared about her relationship…
Dear Flawless Friends, I hope this finds you well and enjoying the holiday season. At Flawless, we just wrapped up our action-packed year with a trip to New Hampshire where we attended Patrick Kennedy’s Mental Health for US “Unite for Mental Health” Town Hall. Our team of eight was spreading hope and amplifying critical messages…
The Flawless team recently traveled from all over the country to congregate in New Hampshire for the Mental Health for US Unite For Change Town Hall. We heard from an incredible group of speakers and even a few presidential candidates who introduced their ideas and policies on mental health. For me, two speakers left a resounding impact and gave everyone in the audience hope and inspiration with the authenticity of their speeches.
By Abby Cooper, Flawless Intern Being grateful can really change your life, and there’s science behind it. You can express gratitude for anything in your life, tangible or otherwise. Gratefulness has been proven to affect overall happiness by improving one’s career, social life, and even physical health. Simply acknowledging what you are grateful for can…
Esmé Weijun Wang is an award-winning writer and her most recent essay collection, The Collected Schizophrenias, was named a New York Times best seller and one of the TIME’S 10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2019. Recently, Flawless Foundation had the opportunity to hear from Wang herself in conversation with Elyn Saks at USC’s Saks Institute…
By Janine Francolini, Flawless Founder At the Flawless Foundation, our tagline is “Seeing the perfection in every person.” This means that we approach the world by looking through the lens of light and possibility with a focus on creating healthy environments for growth and optimal health to occur. What defines health often changes, depending on…
