When we were in Florence, we spent a day in the Galleria dell”Accademia di Firenze. I think you all know by now how much I admire the masters and the beauty captured in their art. The Renaissance was one of the greatest periods of creative and intellectual achievement in world history. It was an extraordinary upsurge of learning and artistic activity that spread throughout Europe in the 15th and 16th centuries. Appreciation of beauty was also a focal point of the new Renaissa

It’s an odd paradox that a society which now speaks openly about anything and everything that was once unspeakable remains largely and uncomfortably silent when it comes to mental illness. Seems like everything else is on the table. Stigma still exists despite advancement of treatment, knowledge about the brain, efforts of many organizations and individuals. This paradox is not only odd, but also dangerous. Stigma can make people feel somehow less-than, damaged, or abnormal b

Live session hosted by Coptic Voice. Topics include therapy, COVID-19, and Women. We’re continuing our series with the incredible Silvia Farag, founder of the Christian Center for Counseling and Coptic Women Fellowship (copticwomenfellowship.com). An excellent and informative conversation. Click here to watch the recording.