⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion about suicide.

In this Do You Hear Yourself? episode, Back to School, Back to Life, Back to Reality, Dr. Tamora McConnell Porter shares her journey into education and the lessons she has learned along the way. She emphasizes the power of relationships with students and colleagues, and the responsibility educators carry in supporting student mental health.

Dr. McConnell also sheds light on the challenges educators face in protecting their own well-being, offering insight on self-care strategies, setting boundaries, and building community support. As the episode closes out Suicide Prevention Month and welcomes the back-to-school season, it serves as both encouragement and a reminder: educators must prioritize their mental health in order to thrive personally and professionally.

In this episode of Do You Hear Yourself?, we close out Black Maternal Health Week with a powerful conversation featuring Mrs. Charis Kelly (IG: @mzamazin901 )—mother of six, bonus mom of one, and creator of All-N-One Mane seasoning blends.

Charis walks us through her unique birth experiences across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Texas, shedding light on the differences in care, the importance of asking questions, and how self-advocacy can be the difference between being dismissed or heard. She also speaks to the beauty, strength, and resilience found in Black motherhood.

Whether you're a parent, birth worker, or advocate, this episode is full of real talk and heartfelt wisdom.

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In this episode with our favorite therapist, Dr. Goodwin, we dive into the concept of *letting go*—of expectations, of rigid resolutions, and of the pressure to "start fresh" just because the calendar says so. We chat about how shedding those annual resolutions can actually create space for growth and authenticity. Along the way, we explore the power of community, why surrounding ourselves with the right people is often more important than any goal, and what it really means to embrace life as it comes. Tune in for an honest conversation on letting go, navigating political gloom, leaning into life, and maybe finding yourself in the most unexpected of places.

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In this conversation, Latasha Almeida shares her transformative health journey, detailing her transition to a vegan/plant-based lifestyle. She emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to health, which she terms 'Whole Person Healthy,' encompassing physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Latasha also discusses the inception of her business, The Juice Lady WPH, and offers practical advice for those considering a plant-based lifestyle, encouraging listeners to start small and be patient with themselves.

Join us for the inaugural episode of "Do You Hear Yourself," featuring breast cancer survivor Antoinette Nelson. Antoinette courageously shares her diagnosis story and transformative journey, offering invaluable advice for anyone facing challenges. Tune in for inspiration, strength, and empowerment.

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Also a huge thanks to: Medical Staff

Dr Philip Lay, Surgical Oncologist

Dr Albert Johnson, Radiation Oncologist

Dr Guangzhi Qu, Medical Oncologist

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