Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur: Recent Episodes
Annette Gregory McArthur
A safe space to discuss moving from sudden and tragic loss to a life reframed to honor loved ones lost filled with an abundance of love and reverence.
What happens when you feel like you are back at square one? Pain is uncomfortable. This week’s episode discusses feelings of regression, identifying new triggers, and strategies suggested by my therapist to help take the necessary steps to move forward.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
Kami Roberts, owner of Kind Counseling, LLC, and I continue the conversation about the distrust felt from marginalized communities, the pros and cons to his decision to start his own mental health practice, the stigmas that plague the black community, and our desire to normalize getting the much-needed help. Listen in for some tangible steps to take to self-regulate during tumultuous times.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
Resource:
Kind Counseling LLC, Kami Robert (CEO)
kindcounseling.com
Kami Roberts, owner of Kind Counseling, LLC, and I have a very candid discussion about the distrust felt from marginalized communities, the pros and cons to his decision to start his own mental health practice, the stigmas that plague the black community, and our desire to normalize getting the much-needed help. Listen in to hear the perspective of an African American male therapist.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
Resource:
Kind Counseling LLC, Kami Robert (CEO)
kindcounseling.com
In this episode, Quiana Olasokan discusses the emotional turmoil of coming to terms with her brother’s death, her bounceback from loss to resurrection, and the release of her new book “Motherhood!: All The Things They Don’t Tell You”. Listen in to learn how she transforms her pain into passion.
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Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
In this episode, I talk with Quiana Olasokan about the emotional roller coaster experienced in becoming a new wife and mom of 3 including a set of twins. she shares the continuous journey of finding her way back to herself while coping with the sudden loss of her brother. Listen in to learn how she manages these emotions.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
America is a racist country. Full stop.
This week I discuss the disappointment in the lack of regard for Black Lives with the incredulous remarks by Senator Tim Scott and Vice President Kamala Harris, suggesting that “America is not a racist country.” Our elected officials who demonstrate that their political prowess takes precedence over the "truth" must be held accountable. I also discuss ways to educate, empower and protect Black Lives.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
What does it look like when you start to pick up the pieces and put your life back together after being on the precipice of making the ultimate decision of letting it all go? This week, I continue my conversation with Ditanyan and discuss the ways he has been able to turn his life around after a season of despair and realizing a season of hope and prosperity.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
TRIGGER WARNING
Life is complicated. When we are not properly equipped to handle life’s ups and downs, we may find ourselves alone in the darkness, surrounded by unending despair that isolates us from our loved ones and the world at large. This can, for some, lead to thoughts of self-harm and suicide. Our guest, Ditanyan Sye, discusses the decision that almost lead to him taking his life and what it took to get back on the road to recovery and living.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
Over the past couple of weeks, Hip Hop has lost two legends within the culture. As we grieve the loss of Earl Simmons aka DMX and Robert Ross aka Black Rob who transitioned after living lives of great triumph and suffering, let’s examine the nature of grief in the context of celebration. I also offer a reaction to the heartfelt message that Roxanne Shante shared after the passing of DMX.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
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This week we talk about controlling the internal narrative that may or may not be accurate. It’s important to do a reality check for ourselves to ensure that we are mentally and emotionally fortifying ourselves with the truth. I also talk about the unexpected emotional toll of clearing out my email inbox. Yes, the Googles took me there!
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Sarina Wolfe. She goes into further details of her brave account on what it was like to undergo life-saving surgery and the taxing recovery it took to be here today. Be ready to be continually moved by this courageous woman.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
In this episode, I talk with Sarina Wolfe. Sarina was born with a substantial heart defect. She has had multiple cardiac surgeries, one of which had a life-threatening complication requiring additional life-saving interventions during the height of the pandemic.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
Though life sometimes seems like a chaotic mess, there is a way to create order out of the chaos. Turning down the chaos and seeking control in our lives can result in peace of mind and a state of being less overwhelmed. It’s time to turn the ringer off and place your phone on do not disturb.
This week, in our continued celebration of Woman’s History Month, we highlight Fulton County Magistrate Judge Elizabeth Emmanuel.
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There are times when we realize that our strength is greater than we could ever imagine. We share a collective history of cultural and political leaders, especially women, that have defied seemingly insurmountable odds. Today, we celebrate the trailblazers of yesteryear and of today on International Women's Day. Listen as I highlight many women who have used their voice, their power, and their position to make a difference for so many people.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
The grief journey is a difficult and personal experience. How do we continue to do the work of moving through the grief when faced with the enduring memories of loved ones lost?
In the continued celebration of Black History Month, we celebrate civil rights leader Myrlie Evers-Williams.
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We’re talking about self-love and self-care today. What can we do to actually love ourselves to show in our best state of mind and being? Are you open to the processes of being and becoming the greater you?
In the continued celebration of Black History Month, we celebrate Dr. Maya Angelou.
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The grief journey is a twisting and turning path that at times moves us away from our pain and then other times supplants us squarely in the middle of our feelings of despair. Despite these continual changes, it is important for us to remain vigilant about our health and how we interpret our feelings about ourselves.
In continued celebration of Black History Month, we celebrate Ms. Rosa Parks.
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Are you taking care of your heart? The month of February is an opportunity to highlight heart health. Heart disease is one of the major causes of death around the world. But, did you know that it is largely a preventable disease?
February also gives us an opportunity to highlight the achievements and contributions of Black people in American history. Black history is every day, but we honor the legacy of Black Americans by telling their stories and retelling our collective history.
To access some of the resources mentioned in this episode, please refer to the following links:
National Heart, Lung & Blood Institute
Center for Disease Control
World Health Organization
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
This week Annette celebrates what would have been her seventh wedding anniversary and shares the story of how she met her husband and how they fell in love to become married. It was a chance meeting at a local spot in Baltimore. Larry Stewart’s Place. Some could say it’s a classic story of boy meets girl, but perhaps this was more. Listen in on the love story of a college queen from Brooklyn who meets an entrepreneurial local Baltimore brother and creates a moment in time defined by love, laughter, and mutual respect.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
How do we get from the first traumatic moments of a loss to find the strength to move forward? It takes a lot of prayer and strength to become the person you were meant to be. This week we discuss the transition from being immobilized to celebrating our progress through the grief journey by taking inventory of our seemingly smallest accomplishments.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!
In this episode, I examine the flood of emotions that I felt as a result of publishing the first episode. Although I felt a great sense of pride and happiness for accomplishing the goal, there was also a great sense of sadness since I couldn't share this moment with the one person I wanted to celebrate with. Listen in to learn how I managed these emotions.
It's day 555. Today marks the 555th day since my husband, Keith McArthur transitioned from his physical form. Since the day I lost him I have been learning how to find the strength to begin this journey as a widow and what that means for my future without him.
Welcome to Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur where I am honoring my husband's life by creating a space to share my testimony in hopes of comforting others that have suffered a sudden and debilitating loss. Let's start the journey to healing ... together!