In this episode of Embracing the Fight, a special guest, who you will all affectionately get to know as "Tasha Crittle".is freely telling her story. This is the first of many episodes that share the heart and soul of what this podcast is all about. Healing and sharing your story can help to heal the masses. Can you relate? Are you dealing with an illness and you're feeling all alone? This guest will give you a raw look at her fight and how she was able to make it through. Her message is clear and she is deeply rooted in her beliefs. Check it out and let your healing journey begin.

When you have mental health issues, the world can be a cold place. But it becomes even colder when you have no one to turn to or talk to, especially if your family isn't there. Being kind and showing love is free. Having a strong family unit can be the foundation of your mental stability. Let's talk about the impact of family and relationships on your mental health. Rather than hide the issue of mental health, it is important to bring it to light so the healing can truly begin. Let's embrace the fight against shunning mental health issues within the family.

Have you ever desired to do something more or something different with your life? However, in the process the fear of loss, rejection or failure have paralyzed you. This is all due to feeling stuck and not knowing what to do to become free. In this episode, Erica will talk to you about becoming free from being stuck. Please join us in embracing the fight against being stuck and living a life of mediocrity due to fear.#

Did you know that there are more than 72 million baby boomers alive and well in America? They could be your parents, grandparents, great grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, etc. Also, there are millions of people with disabilities that need special attention. Do you know what to do to help them? Who is making sure that they are being taken care of properly when it comes to medical care? Do you know what's available to them? In this podcast I will attempt to scratch the surface on how to advocate for you loved ones. Join me in embracing the fight against the disparities that the elderly and disabled face in terms of medical care. Let's band together and advocate for them.

Sometimes we take our situation, internalize it and torture ourselves with the worst possible outcome. This is catastrophizing. We do this in order to prepare ourselves for what may happen when we are not in control during our most vulnerable times. I am sharing two scenarios of people that have anonymously shared their stories with the hopes of healing the masses. Life is a beautiful thing when it is lived, not when you succumb to the fear of the "what if". Know that God loves you, has a plan for you, and wants to build you to get to your purpose. Trust me, I have catastrophized in the past to the point it has made me sick. I don't want you to experience that, so please join me in understanding and embracing the fight against catastrophizing.

Insanity is doing the same thing expecting a different result. So when you think back to the time that you were healthiest and happiest, what were you doing? What changed to make the adverse happen? Whatever it is, retrace your steps. Try something new to get to that place again. You may surpass your goals if you are willing to do things differently. Your mental and physical health will thank you. In this episode, I will share my personal experience with this and what I am doing going forward to become a healthier, happier version of myself.

In this episode, Erica openly speaks about struggling with purpose. Have you ever wondered why you feel unfulfilled? You work hard. You put your everything in to what you do. But, is it what you are called to do? Does it lead you to your purpose? Or are you just filled with a desire and hunger to do something else? Only to find that you are filled with more and more questions. I'm glad you tuned in today. Because we can get to the bottom of this together. Let's embrace the fight together, as I too, struggle with purpose.

Ever wish that things could happen quicker when it comes to healing? Know that time and patience are a part of your path to healing. In this episode, Erica shares updates concerning her journey with thyroid cancer. She shares the RAI consultation, requirements, and steps going forward. As the process moves forward, the hope is to heal and help others heal along the way.

Ever wonder why some things make you sick? Have you checked the expiration date? When something expires, it means it no longer serves the intended purpose and should be discarded. With expired medicine, it can do more harm than help. The same goes for expired relationships and friendships. You guessed it, people have an expiration date dependent on your purpose and how you operate. In this episode, I dive in to discuss the delicate and sensitive subject, because people have a hard time letting the very thing go that hurts them. I also share some bonus information up front about FMLA and supplemental insurance. Let's dive in!

Life happens, But when it does, learn to accept what God allows. You must encourage yourself in the process. In this episode, Erica opens up about living unapologetically and she encourages you to do the same. Choose the path that leads to your happiness and avoid suffering in silence to benefit someone else who may not even care while you are embracing the fight