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Joel Van Egbert
The live Bonfire Podcast recognizes teens as a spark for change. Each episode amplifies young voices and focuses on specific issues important to today’s youth. Our therapists, Stephanie Heitkemper and Camp Director, Joel Van Egbert are joined each week by young adults eager to share and learn. Listen as we engage in meaningful conversation, offer powerful resources, share our happiness and grief and have a little fun around the Bonfire!
This week the Bonfire Podcast is going to camp! Join us each day as we talk about our ongoing virtual camp, meet campers and share some jokes and positive ideas to help you take care of yourself and others.
Today we spoke with Olivia, a spunky little slytherin with some big ideas!
Enjoy!
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Exclusive Interview:
As a Black woman, I can’t ever stop thinking about racism. It’s not a choice; it’s my reality. Written by: Natachi Onwuamaegbu
https://www.seattletimes.com/life/as-a-black-woman-i-cant-stop-thinking-about-racism-its-my-reality/?fbclid=IwAR290hOBfNbGMgPg8m2FmnW-8i9aJ4_qacytsVQcXquRhcOG_GgTuuleg5A
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“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others” - Brene Brown
Episode 2 is focused on maintaining positive boundaries during this emotional time. "To post, or not to post - that is the questions" We discuss the changing voice of social media and the responsibility of being an advocate. We share some ways to share your thoughts in positive way through art, music and research.
Journal: Evaluate your boundaries- personal, mental/physical health, family, education. Do you have Grief boundaries? How have you paced your social media?
Homework: "As a Black woman, I can’t ever stop thinking about racism. It’s not a choice; it’s my reality." Written by: Natachi Onwuamaegbu
https://www.seattletimes.com/life/as-a-black-woman-i-cant-stop-thinking-about-racism-its-my-reality/?fbclid=IwAR290hOBfNbGMgPg8m2FmnW-8i9aJ4_qacytsVQcXquRhcOG_GgTuuleg5A
Resources:
- Books: Kindred
- Film: The Last Black Man in San Francisco
- Music: Noname
- App: The Launchpad free digital workbook to overcome biases and systemic racism (@launchpadplanner)
Need Support?
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255, text TALK to 38255
- Text HELLO to 741741 www.crisistextline.org
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: www.afsp.org
- Trevor Project, saving young LGBTQ lives: 1-866-488-7386/ Text TREVOR 1-202-304-1200
- Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860
- Text START 741-741to be put in contact with a crisis counselor
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Bonfire is a special podcast designed to elevate the voices of young adults hoping to spark change in the world.
Episode 1 is focused on supporting black lives and understanding the emotions we are feeling.
Journal: How are the current issues affecting you, what have you done, what do you plan to do. How are you checking in with yourself to make sure your actions and emotions are sustainable.
Resources: Do the Right Thing, The Hate You Give, Malcom Gladwell's Blink
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