Heal And Grow Journey: Recent Episodes
Jennifer
This weekly podcast will be used to create awareness around Mental Health and Wellness in the Black Community and in general for all people. The objective is to break the silence, end the stigma and break cycles as we progress through the journey of healing and growing. A new episode will be available every Friday evening.
This episode is about comparing and contrasting the subconscious mind and conscious mind, so you understand the difference between the two, because most of the time we're living on autopilot.
https://www.karishma-sharma.com/
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=how+to+do+the+work+dr.+nicole+lepera&crid=JXSIZ29NLIKV&sprefix=How+t%2Caps%2C186&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_5
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=what+happened+to+you+book+by+oprah&crid=18GQJQTCFZG3X&sprefix=What+ha%2Caps%2C181&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_4_7
This episode is about practicing self-forgiveness, so you can separate who you are from the mistakes you have made. In addition, learn from your experience and continue to grow.
Article:
http://www.keirbradycounseling.com/self-forgiveness/
This episode is about reflecting on being an empath and getting down to the root cause of that conditioning, so you can heal and shift from being disempowered to empowered.
This episode is about the importance of taking a break from it all to rest and protect your Mental Health. We can't pour into others when we're emotionally and mentally drained.
This episode is about the importance of having self-compassion and being kind to yourself.
The following is discussed:
Kristin Neff, PHD
Self-Compassion
The Proven Power of being kind to yourself
https://positivepsychology.com/self-compassion-5-steps/
This episode is about self-love being a commitment and daily choice you make for yourself.
This episode is a recap of Kirk Franklin and his estranged son's story and the correlation to potential Covert Narcissistic Abuse.
This episode is a recap of the Meghan Markle & Prince Harry interview with Oprah Winfrey and the correlation to Covert Narcissistic Emotional and Psychological abuse from a narcissistic family.
This episode is an interview with author Erica F. Smith of the book Manipulate Me Not. The process of overcoming trauma and becoming triumphant is discussed.
Book can be purchased on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/MANIPULATE-ME-NOT-TRAUMA-TRIUMPHANT/dp/B08NF32G4M/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1AQGEXJ5NEFCM&dchild=1&keywords=manipulate+me+not&qid=1614886901&sprefix=Manipulate%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-2
This episode talks about one-sided relationships and how at times we are holding on to the "idea" of how things should be instead of accepting reality.
This episode is about seeing failures and mistakes from a different perspective and how they're a stepping-stone for success and growth.
This episode is about understanding the difference between a reaction and a response. Also, the importance of knowing where your power lies.
The following is discussed:
- Reactive Abuse
- Tips to improve your ability to respond instead of react.
https://breakthesilencedv.org/reactive-abuse-what-it-is-and-why-abusers-rely-on-it/
https://kgdiversity.com/a-blueprint-for-transforming-reactions-vs-responses/#:~:text=Responding%2C%20while%20technically%20a%20reaction,emotional%2C%20responding%20is%20emotional%20intelligence
This episode is about embracing a milestone birthday and implementing certain strategies in this new season of life that will create balance & harmony.
This episode is about coping with the loss of a loved one and allowing yourself to feel the wave of emotions that will come and go throughout your journey.
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/grief-whats-normal-whats-not-and-13-tips-to-get-through-it/
This is a rebroadcast episode. The host introduces herself and talks about properly identifying trauma, so you don't invalidate and/or minimize your own experience.
This episode is about the importance of having self-compassion and being kind to yourself.
The following is discussed:
Kristin Neff, PHD
Self-Compassion
The Proven Power of being kind to yourself
https://positivepsychology.com/self-compassion-5-steps/
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/the_five_myths_of_self_compassion
This episode is about the importance of listening to your inner voice and allowing it to guide and protect you. Do not question it.
This episode is about learning how to create healthy relationships through implementing boundaries.
The content created by Therapist, Writer, Author and Boundaries Expert Nedra Glover Tawwab is discussed.
"Set boundaries find peace"
www.nedratawwab.com
This episode is about 2020 in review and some of the highs and lows experienced in the year are discussed.
This episode is about overcoming Holiday Blues due to COVID-19, grieving a loss of a loved one or feeling like an outcast in your family.
The following is discussed:
- Relatives vs. Family.
- Tips on how to combat holiday depression/anxiety.
- The true meaning of Christmas.
This episode gives a high level overview of the Black Mental Wellness Virtual Conference.
The following is discussed:
- From Surviving to Thriving.
- Navigating College Student Mental Health and Wellbeing.
- Relationships in the Black Community.
- Maternal Health.
- Thriving in the Black Community.
https://www.blackmentalwellness.com/
This episode is an interview with Aleesha Barlow and she talks about the Tell Somebody movement and the importance of not suffering in silence. Sensitive Content
Aleesha is the founder of the Tell Somebody movement. Also, she is the author of two books:
· End Silenced Abuse
· Tell Somebody
In addition, she’s an Activist Impact Award Winner for the “Me Too” movement.
Last but not least, you may have seen her on Season 5 of the “Iyanla Fix My Life” show on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN).
The following is discussed:
· Aleesha’s personal story of child sexual abuse.
· How unprocessed trauma showed up in her teenage and adult life.
· Aleesha’s healing journey.
· Breaking the generational cycle in her family.
https://tellsomebodytoday.com/index.html
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tell+somebody+book&crid=2XNL7Y6MNFXXJ&sprefix=Tell+So%2Caps%2C175&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-a-p_1_7
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=end+silenced+abuse&crid=2370Y9N8AH59R&sprefix=End+Sile%2Caps%2C156&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-a-p_1_8
This episode is about how we're not always aware of when a coping or defense mechanism is being utilized.
The following is discussed:
- Coping identified as active or avoidant.
- Coping strategies.
- Addictions
- Defense Mechanisms.
- Self-Care.
This episode is about the stigma associated with being a teenage mother and mom shaming in general.
The following is discussed:
- Becoming a mother at 19.
- Statistics on teenage pregnancy.
- Mom shaming.
- Rediscovering your sense of self in motherhood.
https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/teenpreg1990-2002/teenpreg1990-2002.htm#:~:text=The%20overall%20teenage%20pregnancy%20rate,historic%20low%20for%20the%20Nation
https://www.cdc.gov/teenpregnancy/about/index.htm#:~:text=In%202017%2C%20a%20total%20of,drop%20of%207%25%20from%202016
This episode is about finding a therapist that's a good fit for you and not giving up on the process.
The following is discussed:
- The difference between Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor and Social Worker.
- Trying different therapist until you find the perfect match.
- Directories for therapist of color.
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How to pay for therapy.
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https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
- https://www.blacktherapistsrock.com/
- https://www.blackfemaletherapists.com/
- https://therapyforblackmen.org/
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/trauma-and-ptsd
This episode is about vulnerability being a strength and not a weakness and how it's needed for the heal and grow journey.
The following is discussed:
- Having difficult conversations.
- How vulnerability is defined.
- Black women and healing.
- Finding a safe space.
- Emotionally unavailable men.
This episode is a continuation on Childhood Trauma, but specifically related to sexual violation.
The following is discussed:
- Being sexually violated as a child.
- Warning signs that children can display.
- Challenges the unprocessed trauma can cause in adulthood.
This episode is about Childhood Trauma aka Adverse Childhood Experience.
The following is discussed:
- Experiencing parents divorce.
- Death of a loved one.
- Adverse Childhood Experiences. (ACE)
- Signs of traumatic stress in children.
- What you can do as a parent and/or caregiver to help.
This first episode is about properly identifying trauma, so you don't invalidate and/or minimize your own experience.
The following is discussed:
- How trauma is defined.
- Categories of trauma.
- Scenarios contributing to your trauma having a greater impact.
- Symptoms of unprocessed trauma in your life.