Breaking Barriers Podcast

In this episode special guest Willy Kung joins me to talk about men's health, mental health and all the challenges men face. He shares his story with us. I share stories and information from Movember Canada. Movember is founded by: Adam Garone; Travis Garone; Luke Slattery; Justin Coghlan. Movember Canada website: https://ca.movember.com/. You can create a user name, donate, share your story and so much more. It is an amazing organization that is doing incredible things in so many men's lives and families. The word of the week is "Hero". The poem of the week is "In Flanders Field" by John McCrae. Happy Remembrance Day.

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In this episode I talk about Halloween traditions and festive traditions for this time of year. I share some comments from Facebook about Halloween. Today is "Day of the dead" (Dias de los Muertos). Let's celebrate and remember our loved ones on the other side. For they are always with us. New Co-host Arlene Muamba joins me to talk all about relationships. I share my views on relationships. I also share 15 types of relationships and their advantages and disadvantages. Website: stylecraze.com (15 types of relationships). The word of the week is "Connection". The poem of the week is call "Bones and Flowers" by Robert.M. Drake.

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This episode Julliet join me to chat about the black lives matter movements happening and indigenous rights in Canada. I share a poem call "Still I rise" by Maya Angelou. You will hear our little ones in the background.

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Please note that some of the topics in this episode may stir up some things for you. It may or many not be for you. Please seek the proper help that you need to help you. 

This is S2E8 call "WOMEN Power".  In this episode I talk about women, the power that women have. For so long and up to now many women around the glove faces unspeakable injustices and challenges. Women did not have voting rights until mid 19th century. Society looks at women and girls as weaker links, they see women as broken people. Women are more likely experience stereotypes, racism, sexism and ageism in society. Girls and women are the victims of many crimes, crimes that are never solved. I also talk about many other challenges women face. SO, in this episode I will touching on many different topics and challenges women face in this world. From bullying, sexual abuse, equality and so on. As a women I can say that I relate and know the pain and brokenness women carry everyday in such a broken world. I want to let women know that they are beautiful inside and out. They are they future and heroes of this world. Without strong, independent, caring, courageous, bad-ass women the world would not be the same. We have many role that we play and we are making a difference in many lives and in this world everyday. WOMEN, You are simply beautiful! Never forget that! I share 2 poems by Robert M. drake call "Want it or not" and "rare not many". The poem of the week is by Maya Angelou call "Phenomenal Woman". For more information and resources please check out the "Canadian Women's Foundation" at https://canadianwomen.org/ (You will definitely hear my little one in the background).

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This is season S2E7. In this episode special guest Mae (Maline Carroll) joins me to talk about Self-guilt and shame. We touch on guilt from past traumas. Naming and working on guilt. Going back to your inner child if needed to find healing for your soul. We recommend to find the right tools, people and resources to help revisit past if needed. The word of the week is "Feel". The poem of the week is call "Emotions" by me. Happy fall/winter ❄️. Cheers!

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In this episode we dive right into it the Black Lives Matter movements happening around the world. We talk about sytsmic racism, oppression, racism, discrimination and indigenous injustice in Canada. Ways we can work together to end racism. so much more. I share a poem call "My Country" by Robert M. Drake. This episode was originally air in early June 2020

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In this episode I share my insight on what I think life cleansing means. I talk about good and bad habits. How to break and create healthy habits. The word of the week is "Cleanse". The poem of this week is call "43 degrees" by Robert M. Drake.

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In this episode special guest Shanta Hyche from (Trauma Transformation Adoptee Podcast) joins me to talk about boundaries. We talk about all kinds of boundaries and their empacts on others lives. We break it down what healthy and unhealthy boundaries looks like. For more information about Shanta's podcast check her Facebook page "Trauma Transformation Adoptee" or her website at: https://www.trauma-transformation.com/ . For more information on boundaries resources check this website out. www.lonerwolf.com (boundaries). Check out my Facebook page for more information @ Breaking Barriers Podcast. Note: you might hear my little one in the background.

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In this episode I share my experience with racism and how I overcome it's impacted on me. I also share some points and action plans on how I think we can start working together to get rid of racism and hate for good. I share some Bible verses of what the Bible says about hate. I share a poem I wrote call "Enough". Together we can move mountains. Love someone louder today and choose kindness and hope.

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In this episode we hear from special guest Lee-Anne and Karen. They both share their stories and journeys relating to today's topic. The word of the week is "Rise". What does rise mean to you? I encourage people to keep talking about Anti-racism and Solutions. A very warm welcome to my new co-host Karen. Please be kind to those around you. Be kind to yourself. Be the change!

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