What She Said: 8 wise and inspiring quotes from our favorite mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson
Article By LaTonia Mayfield // EEW Magazine // Quotes
One of EEW Magazine Online’s favorite mental health advocates Taraji P. Henson founded the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation in 2018 to help those in the African-American community struggling with mental health.
The 49-year-old single mom, who is open about her own struggles with depression and anxiety, often speaks about her faith and shares some of the wisdom that has carried her through life’s journey.
Here are our 8 favorite quotes on mental health, faith, and more, from the dedicated advocate bringing awareness to the issues that challenge our community.
On God’s role in her life: “Without God, I’m nothing.”
On being a blessing: “My father always told me, ‘If you are blessed, then it’s your job to go out to the world and bless someone else.’ If I have everything, what is everything if I can’t share it? People make the world go ’round. We need each other.”
On the lies of the devil: “You’ve just got to be strong, because the devil wants you weak, and the devil wants to catch you in a vulnerable moment and make you believe things that aren’t true. I just stay strong. I know what side I’m on: I’m on faith’s side. I’ve got God.”
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On cancel culture: “The people that said they were going to cancel me never liked me in the first place, so I don’t count them.”
On being a light: “Don't you ever dim your light to make someone else feel comfortable. God gave you that light to share with the world. If someone can't take your brightness, politely hand them a pair of fabulous shades, and wish them well on their journey. More importantly, pray that they tap into the light God gave them.”
On dealing with struggles: “These are the cards that God dealt me, and for whatever reasons, he felt like He knew I could handle it – God is never going to give you more than you can handle.”
On focusing on positive things: “I don't harp on the negative because if you do, then there's no progression. There's no forward movement. You’ve got to always look on the bright side of things.”
On choosing to change: Humans have a light side and a dark side, and it's up to us to choose which way we're going to live our lives. Even if you start out on the dark side, it doesn't mean you have to continue your journey that way. You always have time to turn it around.
Henson’s words, work, and advocacy continue to inspire supporters all around the world. It is her faith in God and her perseverance that keep the star of this radiant woman of faith shining brightly.
