Teresa Au talks to psychotherapist Sarah Ahmed, aka TikTok’s @the.poc.therapist, about how creatives can navigate the emotional side of putting themselves, and their work, online.
Sarah is beloved by her followers for dispensing advice on relationships and self-love, so she knows first-hand how hard it can be to weather social media’s nasty comments and unpredictable algorithms, plus our own insecurities. Her strategies for protecting your mental fitness will help you enjoy all the best aspects of sharing your creativity with the world.
What you’ll hear on this episode:
How Sarah faced her fears and embraced social media as a platform for mental health advocacy
The ups and downs of Sarah’s audience growth on TikTok
How to deal with criticism and personal attacks on social
Strategies for combating stress and burnout with adaptation and resilience
The importance of mental fitness
When it's beneficial to seek therapy and how to take the first step
Finding community
Practical tips for managing and setting boundaries on social media usage
Where Sarah finds joy
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ABOUT THE GUEST
Sarah Ahmed, founder and CEO of Leena, is a pioneer in culturally sensitive mental health care. As a seasoned psychotherapist with a heart for the BIPOC community, her journey from the University of Toronto to the forefront of mental wellness advocacy blends creativity and entrepreneurial spirit with deep compassion.
Known widely as @the.poc.therapist, Sarah's vibrant advocacy illuminates the path to healing, making her a guiding light for inclusive support and resilience.
ABOUT THE HOST
Teresa Au is an executive for community engagement at Adobe, where she focuses on empowering creatives and students via workshops, panels, and podcasts. On creating In the Making, Teresa says “I knew I wanted to amplify the incredible personal stories of the talented and unique humans I’ve been meeting online and at our Create Now events across the world.”
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