Authentically Me by Annette Gregory McArthur

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.

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!

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!