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E29 Demystifying Mental Health First Aid: What It Is and What It Isn’t
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In this second episode of our three-part series, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon—former news director turned happiness scholar and certified Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor—breaks down the heart of MHFA and...
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E28 Why Newsrooms Need Mental Health First Aid Now
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Why Newsrooms Need Mental Health First Aid Now
Welcome to The Compassionate Newsroom! In this first episode of our three-part series on Mental Health First Aid, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon shares why this life-changing...
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E27: Start the Ripple, Build the Movement: Leading with Compassion
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In this episode of The Compassionate Newsroom, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon takes you behind the scenes of two powerful speaking engagements that highlight the urgent need for systemic well-being in...
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E26 Fostering, Not Forcing: How Leaders Create Safe Teams
In this conversation, Dr. Kortni discusses the importance of psychological safety in the workplace, emphasizing that it cannot simply be legislated but must be cultivated through actions and culture. She outlines...
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This Week, We Rest—Next Week, We Reconnect
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This week, we’re pressing pause—but with purpose.
There’s no new episode of The Compassionate Newsroom today because we’re practicing what we preach: self-care. Rest is a vital part of well-being, and...
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E25 Dear News Leaders: Thank You for Leading with Heart
In this special solo episode, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon shares a heartfelt letter of gratitude to news directors, executive producers, and newsroom leaders navigating the ever-changing landscape of journalism. This is...
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E24 Empathy in Action: Bringing Compassion to Work
In this episode of The Compassionate Newsroom, Dr. Kortni Alston dives into the transformative power of compassion in the workplace. Dr. Kortni discusses what empathy in action looks like on a day-to-day basis and...
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E23 From Me to We: Relational Mindfulness in Journalism
In this conversation, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon explores the concept of relational mindfulness, emphasizing its importance in journalism and team dynamics. She discusses how being present with others can enhance...
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E22 Navigating Compassion Fatigue in the Newsroom
Episode Summary: Welcome to another Wellbeing Wednesday with Dr. Kortni on "The Compassionate Newsroom." In this episode, Dr. Kortni dives into the prevalent issue of compassion fatigue within the journalism industry,...
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E21 Wake-Up Call for Leaders: Recognizing Stress Before It’s Too Late
In this episode of The Compassionate Newsroom, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon talks about the importance of stress management for leaders and their teams.Â
Takeaways
Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon is a happiness scholar and former...
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E20 The Gift of Self-Compassion: My Birthday Episode
In this episode of the Compassionate Newsroom, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon discusses the importance of self-compassion in journalism and how it can transform the industry. She emphasizes the need for workplace wellbeing...
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E19 The Trap of Toxic Positivity: When Good Vibes Turn Bad
In this episode of The Compassionate Newsroom, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon introduces the concept of transforming journalism through compassion and positive psychology. She emphasizes the importance of workplace wellbeing...
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