Conversations with Toi

Apart of your wellness plan should also include the things that you love and like. We talk about self care all of the time but adding joys to your world is important too. Often times when depression comes no one is prepared for it. ..........................October is Depression awareness and education month. Using our platforms to speak up about the fact that depression is silent. It doesn't have a certain look to it. You can be in a crowded room and interacting with others and still feel lost, confused, irritated, and more inside. ...........................One of the things that can happen when you are depressed is you lose interest in what you love. Although depression looks differently on others. Increasing what you love and like to help you get through those dark times is helpful. ......................Follow me on the blog and on socials as Toitimeblog.

Mental health is one of those spaces where one size doesn't fit all. What works for me may not work for you and vice versa. If you are encouraged by what you hear in this episode may it spark rejuvenation to one not give up but also fight for you. You are deserving of the life you seek. Use the tools that resonate to you, add a few more, but trust that as temporary and compelling as seasonal depression is, it doesn't have to define you..................................If you are of faith it's okay to have both faith and works collide so that you can live on earth in peace within yourself.......................Tools mentioned outside of things you can't buy is the:

• Light Therapy
• SleepPhones
• Weighted Blanket
• Blue light
• Sound Machine and Blue light combination

.............................You can me on the blog or on socials as Toitimeblog Other Blogs that may be beneficial:Therapy and Things to KnowTherapy and the ChurchSeasonal Depression Reemergence

In this episode we will be talking about:Kirk Franklin's documentary... Father's Day-possible trigger warning!Topics will include: faith, fatherhood, abandonment, healing, and redemptionOur guest today is Athena Monet. Athena Monet is an author, gifted intuitive healer, and spiritual guide. Born into a lineage of remarkable women, Athena inherited the extraordinary gifts of clairvoyance and clairsentience from her family. Fueled by a deep curiosity and thirst for knowledge, Athena immersed herself in the realms of art, interior architecture, and diverse spiritual disciplines during her studies at the Ohio State University. She explored the realms of yoga, astrology, philosophy, Buddhism, and anthropology, almost completing a minor in Anthropology—a path that would shape her understanding of human experiences and cultures.After spending a decade working at prominent commercial architecture firms in Washington, D.C., Athena felt a calling to break free from the corporate world. Following her heart's desire, she ventured to a tranquil coastal town, seeking solace and a new beginning. It was in this unfamiliar place, surrounded by strangers, that tragedy struck on Christmas Day—she experienced the devastating loss of her beloved mother. Overwhelmed by grief and loneliness, Athena's pain manifested into mysterious illnesses and chronic gastrointestinal distress, leaving her searching for answers and relief when conventional Western medicine failed her. In a fateful turn of events, a friend recommended that Athena seek the guidance of the local Medicine Woman. Little did she know that this encounter would bring about miraculous healing and transform her life forever. The profound experience with her shaman marked a turning point, granting Athena permission to embrace her true self fully and to courageously share the ancestral gifts that had coursed through her bloodline for generations. Athena continues to walk her sacred path, guided by the ancestral wisdom that flows through her being.Find her on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube and her website:Seaside Shaman

In today's episode I talk about how your circle matters when you are going through your journey. Although your journey is personal keep in mind that who supports you and tries to stop your healing journey will delay or could delay your healing..............................Get the wrong friend who is encouraging you to not go to therapy because as a person of faith you should pray it away vs the friend who will pray with you that you find the therapist that will help, give you suggestions on faith based therapist (they do exist) and help make sure that you are set to your appointment matters. Your journey is yours for sure but you don't have to be boggled down with those in your inner circle doing more harm than good as you transition to your best self..........................Follow me on the blog as well as on social media as Toitimeblog

On today's podcast we will talk about the laws of attraction and what manifestation is. Also we will cover the following:FriendshipsInterpersonal RelationshipsSelf ImprovementMan who hit woman with a brick and a little more Today's guest is Kirk Johnson. Kurt Johnson - a Law of Attraction Master and a Twin Flame coach on a mission to reshape lives through a holistic approach. He stands apart from conventional online spiritual figures by steering clear of spiritual bypassing guiding individuals beyond mere manifestation techniques. He acknowledges that change comes from within and respects each individual's readiness to embark on their unique journey and rediscover their True Selves. Kurt Johnson offers an unconventional perspective, bridging the gap between science and spirituality. Kurt is on a mission to merge the realms of science and spirituality, drawing from his personal encounters with the unseen.Links:Official Webpage - https://www.newworldallstar.com/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/groups/NewWorldAllstar YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/NewWorldAllstarFreebie - https://bit.ly/manifestationplaylistYou can find me on socials as Toitimeblog or on the blog itself where I curate at least 3-4 fresh blogs a week.

Happy Friday it's podcast day. Thank you for all of your support. Today's blog we will be discussing the following topics:CannonballFringe FestThe ArtsChildren and Mental health and more................................We have Sam Tower Program Manager and Performance for Young Audiences Cohort Artistic Producer as we talk about Cannonball Fest..............................Cannonball has doubled down on offering something for everyone this year. As the size of the hub has exploded, so has the hub’s ability to showcase programming for younger audiences. Philadelphia Fringe Festival goers of all ages will find a treasure trove of back-to-back circus, dance, theatre, puppetry, music, and interactive installations all month long . Audiences can find free outdoor performances at Liberty Lands, 913 N 3rd St, every Friday-Sunday September 8 - 30, plus sliding scale tickets for all shows at the MAAS Building, Icebox Project Space, and Fidget Living Room throughout the month.. Cannonball runs September 1-30 and truly features something for everyone. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets and more information can be found at the hub’s website https://www.cannonballfestival.org/cannonballkids. Tickets and more information about the Philadelphia Fringe Festival can be found at www.fringearts.com, by phone at 215-413-1218, or in person at the Fringe Festival Box Office at FringeArts (140 N. Columbus Blvd) August 28-September 24.Follow Cannonball Fest on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok and if you can't attend but want to donate please do. ....................As always you can fine me on socials as Toitimeblog and on the blog.

Do you believe your gifts come before you are born? We discuss that with Liz Peterson as she discusses what happened right after her mom died......................Trigger warning: Talks of grief..............................Liz Peterson is a seer, seeker, spiritual explorer, intuitive energy healer, Reiki Master, spiritual coach, oracle reader, and podcaster who has been a lifelong student of healing, personal growth, and metaphysics. She is the host of the podcast Raise the Vibe with Liz. .........................Also since we have been on break let's catch up. Parents why are we leaving kids in danger? Back to school and Fall prep and so much more. Follow me on the blog as well as on socials as Toitimeblog.Drink of the day pumpkin chai tea latte

This bonus episode is special as we have Khalifa White who plays Nala in The Lion King Musical on tour now and coming to the Kimmel Cultural Campus on August 16-September 10, 2023. Tickets are on sale now. KHALIFA WHITE (Nala). "To whom much is given much is required." Broadway: Caroline or Change, Off-Broadway: Little Shop of Horrors (Ronnette), School of Rock 1st Nat; Aida (Aida), Ain't Misbehavin, The Bodyguard, Smokey Joe's Cafe, Dreamgirls, Beehive, Hairspray, HKDL|WDW(Nala/Tiana/Kibibi)/NCL, #TheSearchForRoxie, UCF Alumknight. Thank you God, family, friends & Dave. Check out “You Ok? (Black Girl)" on all streaming platforms. IG|Tiktok:@Lifaland, www.khalifawhite.com. -For Mommy, my Expressionist.In this episode we talk about her iconic role in the musical as well as what it means to live outloud including self care on and off the road and being intentional. To all of the women who are living or desire to live their dreams this episode is dedicated to you.Follow me on social media as Toitimeblog and on the blog

Marriage is not as easy as everyone paints it. What happens when you are at end of your rope? How do you know when its time to hold on or let go? Keisha Bass is a Wife/Marriage Coach, Motivational Speaker, Author, Healthy Marriage Advocate, and Founder of "Her Dope Marriage". HDM is a faith-centered coaching and consulting brand, led by Keisha Bass, who has been married for over 32 years. While Keisha has always had a strong passion for coaching women to be the best wives they can be, it was within the last year that she decided to take the leap and leave her six-figure career to follow her heart, her passion, and the direction of God. In addition to being a Wife Coach, she also coaches women on being whole within themselves so that they show up as the best versions of themselves in all areas of their lives, including their marriages....................................................................................In the past year, Keisha's following has grown by nearly 100,000 on Instagram to now more than 130k and her tribe of Facebook is faithful to her as well. She speaks with great passion and conviction and has a gift for helping women to excel in their partnerships with their husbands and, very importantly, within themselves.---------------------------------------So tune in on this insightful conversation and weigh in. .................................................................................Follow me on the blog as well as on all socials as Toitimeblog