This Episode of Embracing the Fight is dedicated to my cousin, Linda Sweet, who fought sickle cell anemia all of her life. She will forever be remember for her smile, laughter, and jovial spirit. Episode 54, entitled When Two Worlds Collide is a story about a young, African American woman, Mina Randall who is dealing with this very fight. Sickle cell anemia has plagued her with pain, depression, and hopelessness - but she tells her story with such passion and transparency that you are empowered by depth of her strength and face. Join Mina and I as we embrace the fight against sickle cell anemia and many health disparities that plague treatment options for this age old disease

Have you ever struggled with your weight? Did you believe you had to be a nutritionist or fitness enthusiast to lose this weight? Would you believe me if I said it only takes a change of heart, consistency, and will power to lose the weight you want to lose? Our guest today, admits it took an alarming experience to get his attention. And once his attention was attained, he has been full steam ahead. Also, do you find yourself engrossed in social media, wishing for their fame, riches? Our guest Rayfield "Rayzer Sharp" Johnson offers his take on this, as he is a photographer who has seen what it is truly like beyond the lens. As always, take a moment to click like, click share, and subscribe to Embracing the Fight. Let's see what Rayzer Sharp has to say to help us get back on the right path toward a healthier weight.

PART 2 OF 2 - In this Episode of Embracing The Fight, Erica has a special guest that sheds light on the mixed messages that he has encountered while dating after 40. It is very clear that men and women don't think the same. What we say and do sometimes needs clarity to forge any relationship. Either way, both parties must be ready. In this case, communication is the true key to building the foundational trust in dating. With success, clear views, strong beliefs, pronounced vision, and being completely single, my guest finds it difficult to date after 40 for multiple reasons - the greatest of them being mixed messages. Let's unpack Episode 52, Mixed Messages Part 2 of 2 with our guest Freeman Walker Jr.

In this Episode of Embracing The Fight, Erica has a special guest that sheds light on the mixed messages that he has encountered while dating after 40. It is very clear that men and women don't think the same. What we say and do sometimes needs clarity to forge any relationship. Either way, both parties must be ready. In this case, communication is the true key to building the foundational trust in dating. With success, clear views, strong beliefs, pronounced vision, and being completely single, my guest finds it difficult to date after 40 for multiple reasons - the greatest of them being mixed messages. Let's unpack Episode 52, Mixed Messages with our guest Freeman Walker Jr.

As 2023 draws to a close, take a chance to reflect on your year. Know that greater is coming if you can remove the negativity. In this Episode of Embracing the Fight, Erica reflects on her year and the impact it will have on 2024. Are you ready to keep it real, reflect, and correct? Join Erica in this year ending reflection, so that you may do so as well.

In this Episode of Embracing the Fight, Erica has a candid conversation with Shermonte Thomas concerning dating. With this being the age of social media, single people who are 40+ find themselves in a very different space. This unfamiliar territory comes with factors you would not normally face when you are dating in your 20's and 30's. The finances, family dynamic, health, social status, all come into play when you are seasoned and dating. Well, it's interesting to hear the perspective of a man who grew up in the same hometown as I. The everchanging dating scene and technology of it all has caused my guest to be a man evolved, social engineer who is building toward his future that includes a special lady. His experiences, transparency, and candid conversation will help us, the seasoned daters navigate this single scene we have found ourselves a part of. Check out his perspective.

Have you ever been so angry that you could not forgive? Are you still holding a grudge against a person for wronging you? Would you be able to forgive if they permanently and traumatically injured you? Could you turn your situation around into something positive? In Episode 49, my guest Fletcher Cleaves shares his traumatic story and how it helped him to apply and move forward with the power of forgiveness. Also, please visit http://www.fletchercleaves.com and donate to his non profit. We want to support the cause so he can continue to share his message and change lives. Every little bit helps!

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Ever feel like you don't belong? Do you have a gift that makes you appear weird or crazy? Did you self isolate or self medicate? In this episode of Embracing The Fight my guest transparently describes these emotions generated during his formative years to adulthood. He has found the formula that relieved him of depression and suicidal thoughts. Know that you are not alone and he has survived to tell his story. Please take a moment to check out this episode and determine if you're willing to let The Formula help to heal and work for you.

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In Episode 47, Erica has a candid conversation with an old tennis friend concerning his health struggles. It's amazing how a tennis ball and perseverance combined will help you win a fight you didn't know you had. Family and friends helped him fight, but staying true to the game of tennis allowed his body to get strong and continue to fight. Check it out.

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This episode of Embracing the Fight features an amazing, beautiful, Christian woman who has seen God's hand in her life. I was struggling with waiting on my healing and subsequent diagnosis. And then I prayed. I asked God to show me his love. His power. His healing. He brought me Brittany. And He is allowing Brittany to share her story with us. If you have never witnessed a miracle, take a moment to listen to this. God showed me through Brittany that He is still performing miracles.