Have you ever had a co-worker not come in due to them taking a mental health day? Did you sit back and wonder what that is? A mental health day at work is a day off, like a sick day, taken to prioritize mental and emotional well-being, allowing an employee to recharge, reduce stress, and address any mental health needs.
Mental health is crucial for overall well-being and quality of life. Post-COVID, we as a nation saw how many people’s mental health affected them due to their new way of living. The reason why mental health is crucial is because it affects your emotional & psychological well-being. Your physical health is also affected by your mental health as well as productivity and life satisfaction. Social connections can be at risk due to mental health and your overall longevity.
Bershan Shaw is the CEO/Tech Founder of URAWarrior Mental Wellness App. URAWarrior (URAW) is a safe, positive, and inclusive social platform where you are not alone. They are a one-stop shop for holistic wellness that incorporates mind, body, and spirit. This app advocates mental health and life stability. The four founding pillars of URAWarrior are:
• Motivation
• Self Improvement
• Personal Development
• Support
The URAWarrior Mental Wellness App (available for download on Google Play Store and Apple Store) provides a community that will help you learn, grow, and challenge yourself to be the best you can be.
How did Bershan Shaw come up with this? What motivated her to develop an app dedicated to helping people improve their mental health? Bershan Shaw came from a family that was dealing with mental illness. Her mother tried to hide what was going on. She went on day by day ignoring the pain and trauma by trying to push through as a lot of black mothers try to do. ‘Be strong’ they say, ‘keep on pushing’ is what we hear. Well, little did her mother know that turning a blind eye to her reality only contributed to her illness. Shaw witnessed mental illness and realized that mental health is cyclical.
Around the world, more than 792 million people have been diagnosed with mental disorders or illnesses. Post-pandemic, mental health concerns are at the crisis level! Mental health is nothing that should be taken lightly. Turning blind eyes only contributes to the cycles that Bershan saw growing up. Her app was created as a safe space for those who could be struggling with mental health.
“URAWarrior features an AI-powered companion—your personal Warrior Guide—designed to support you through life’s toughest moments. Whether you need motivation, inspiration, a listening ear, or practical guidance, your Warrior Guide is always there. Think of it as your 24/7 support system, ready to uplift, empower, and walk beside you on your mental wellness journey.” –Bershan Shaw.
How It Works
-Download the app
-Pick a virtual coach
-Upload your 30-second warrior story on the wall
-Join a group that fits your needs so you are not alone
-Take the warrior challenge to grow & learn more about yourself
