More Than the Model is committed to addressing the invisible stress and high expectations experienced within model minority communities. Through education, awareness campaigns, and peer engagement, we promote prevention-focused mental health strategies that empower students to redefine success beyond grades and achievements. 

We focus on model minority stereotypes and expectations, as we believe that is it the root cause of systematic pressure within our communities. Individuals tied to these expectations constantly have to deal with ideas of perfectionism, and the fear of failure. Work load in school, tiring extracurriculars, and parents expectations lead to an immense amount of stress and pressure. This is the reason why individuals in our communities experience mental health crises, and that's why we decided to choose this topic. So join us, along the journey of achieving peace and prosperity in our mental health, and our lives. 

Our mental health consultant is Leslie Beary, Leslie is employed by The Ohio State University at Marion as the Manager of Mental Health & Wellness Services. 

Dr.Beary was extremely helpful in helping us learn about model minority stress factors and how to mange them effectively. She explained the nature of this certain pressure, its physical and emotional effects, and how to recognize early warning signs before they become major issues. Dr. Beary pointed out the importance of protective factors, such as leading a healthy lifestyle with regular physical activity, balanced nutrition, and adequate rest, and shared some practical tips on how to implement these habits into daily routines. She also emphasized the value of self-care strategies like mindfulness, journaling, and joyous activities while setting boundaries and taking care of one's well-being. The other very important aspect she pointed out was to build a support network and maintain meaningful relationships in an effort to mitigate stress and promote general resilience.