Tag: Stigma

I???m Not Prepared to Handle the Stigma

It’s one thing to admit that you go to a therapist for help to handle all of your emotional shit. It’s quite another to own up to the fact that you spent 45 days in an inpatient treatment facility. It’s admitting that you are a whole other level of crazy. Even though my stint in...

The Stigma Surrounding Schizophrenia

There’s been an unfortunate lack of understanding about schizophrenia in our society, which has caused a negative stigma surrounding it. This makes it hard for people living with the illness to get the help and support they need. In this blog article, we’re going dive into the symptom...

A roadmap to inclusive leadership: stigma and bias (key no11)

If we’re aiming to lead with an open mind, it’s crucial that we stay alert to the subtle ways biases and stigmas about disabilities can shape our actions — from who we bring on board to how we connect as a team daily. Since such obstacles can kill the inclusivity vibe of even the m...

The Solar Stigma

Well, for starters, solar has a stigma. Believe it or not, the solar energy industry has been leaving a bad taste in homeowners’ mouths. From expensive prices to uncertain return on investment, going solar seems more like a burden, especially on your wallet, than an effort to become more susta...

How to Be Strategic ??? Part I

The Stigma Around Strategy When I say the word “strategy”… what comes to mind? For many, the word conjures up imagery of a tense boardroom full of important people and high-powered leadership debates about “one-way door” choices: Entering a new market, buyin...