Psychology has been flirting with the media in a kind of blatant way.  Professionals in the field of mental health do not restrict themselves to the vast amount of scientific journals that exist any more.  They go the full distance to make their voice heard by writing newspaper articles and advertising self-improvement and a heavenly existence in some small number of steps, in sites, blogs or the Instagram.  On the other hand, their colleagues generously pick up the phone to offer their constructive advice on how to find the job of a lifetime or deal with late hour chocolate cravings, on air, through Skype, via applications. 

So psychologists and the media already seem to be involved in some kind of a relationship, which - though sometimes asphyxiating - raises mental health awareness and helps fight against the stigma that comes from lack of available information.  Still, complaints can be heard on how the field does not get the credit it deserves in the press or the minutes it needs to explain the results of a longitudinal study.  It seems as if there is a misunderstanding in the way the affiliation between the psychologists and the media develops.  How popularized can psychology become?  A new approach to effective cooperation needs to be devised for both parties to benefit from each other’s expertise.

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Inside the Healing Tree community, I blog about the things that intrigue me and matter to me in a way that hopefully interests and motivates other people too. 

Work

Development of businesses is an ongoing process which takes into consideration the nature and dynamics of the market, welcoming possibilities and acting interculturally: thriving businesses nowadays “speak” the language of different groups, encouraging growth and diversity, teaching skills with a lens on social issues.  On the other hand, motivational leaders generate meaningful content for different platforms that not only offer lessons but also support and encouragement. 

By creating a community, adding features to your services and building engagement, you can expand your audience, attract customers and maximize your organization’s capability.

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Inspire

I grew up an adventurer. 

At a younger age, I did a lot of interdisciplinary studying that involved the fields that move me the most. 

I worked with groups – we shared experiences, built communities and created bonds.  I wandered in big cities, in search of pictures, music, good food and good books. 

I laughed and loved people for being strong and resilient.  I filled a house with trust, healthy relationships and experiences but also had my share of drama, grief and loss.

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The community is also about how people can become much more than their stereotypes, much more than what is expected of them - this is about living to your potential. 

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Experience

Both as a process and a state of affairs, leadership has been a major challenge to countries worldwide.  Yet, the politics of leadership organization and distribution have failed to develop a next generation of pioneers that will envision a more encompassing, a less segregated world.  Equality of opportunities should be reflected in policies, reform efforts but most importantly in the way we behave towards each other.  More centers for leadership preparation are needed and more support and encouragement for the youth means that we can create the generation of forerunners we are dreaming of.

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 Leading  stems from yearning: to offer assistance and receive feedback, to learn and give back, to stop theorizing and begin delivering results. 

I stand here as an advocate of the work that it takes to make things happen.

Lead