Empowering Minds: Taraji P. Henson’s Children’s Book Highlights Mental Wellness Advocacy

Taraji P. Henson has always been passionate about the importance of mental wellness. In a recent interview with PEOPLE, she discussed her new children’s book, You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!), and how it reflects her commitment to mental health advocacy.

Henson has been an advocate for mental wellness for many years. She co-founded the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation in 2018, in honor of her father, who passed away in 2005. In that interview, she reflected on her father’s openness about his own struggles and emphasized the importance of living truthfully to help others avoid similar hardships.

The actress not only advocates for mental health in her personal life but also incorporates it into her acting career. She believes that every character has a hidden struggle affecting their mental health and ensures to consider her character’s mental state while portraying them on screen.

Henson also focuses on mental health in her parenting, emphasizing the significance of vulnerability and asking for help when needed, especially in dealing with trauma. Finding accessible resources and support systems has been crucial in her journey as a parent to her son Marcell, 30.

Overall, Henson’s book aims to spread awareness about mental wellness among children and continue advocating for open conversation surrounding mental health. The book is currently available for purchase and reflects the actress’s commitment to making life easier for everyone through meeting people where they are and providing support systems.