Summary

In this conversation, Joshua Lenox shares his educational path and journey to becoming a licensed clinical mental health counselor. He discusses the challenges and struggles in the mental health field, including the issue of low pay. Joshua emphasizes the importance of defining mental wellness and shares his perspective on what it means to be mentally well. He also highlights the need for changes in the mental health field and encourages individuals to remember their why and embrace their authentic selves. In this conversation, Joshua Lenox and KJ discuss the importance of being true to oneself and knowing one's purpose. They emphasize the value of focusing on who you are rather than what you do. They also highlight the significance of taking care of oneself and others, as well as the healing and understanding that can come from authentic relationships. The conversation explores the challenges of navigating boundaries and misunderstandings, and the importance of healing ruptures in relationships. Ultimately, they emphasize the creation of safety and trust in order to live authentically and do life together.

Takeaways

• The journey to becoming a licensed clinical mental health counselor can be challenging and requires dedication and perseverance.
• Mental health professionals often face low pay and financial challenges in the field.
• Defining mental wellness is crucial, and it involves being attuned to oneself, setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and maintaining balance in various aspects of life.
• The mental health field needs changes, including better pay and support for professionals.
• It is important to remember your why and embrace your authentic self in your personal and professional life. Focus on who you are, not just what you do.
• Know your purpose and why you are here.
• Take care of yourself and recognize your worth.
• Healing and understanding can come from authentic relationships.
• Navigate boundaries and misunderstandings with open communication.
• Work through ruptures in relationships to create safety and trust.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background

01:56
Educational Path and Journey to Licensure

07:26
Challenges and Struggles in the Mental Health Field

17:15
Defining Mental Wellness

23:27
Problems and Changes Needed in the Mental Health Field

33:37
Remembering Your Why and Embracing Authenticity

39:56
Being vs. Doing

41:21
Knowing Your Why

42:11
Taking Care of Yourself and Others

44:32
Healing and Understanding in Relationships

50:34
Navigating Boundaries and Misunderstandings

55:38
Healing Ruptures in Relationships

56:26
Creating Safety and Trust

57:18
Closing Remarks