Groove with Portia

Groove with Portia

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Groove with Portia episodes

  • The Process of Separating Your Identity
    Several factors make up our identity. As we grow and learn more about life, portions of this changes. For individuals within and aged out of the Fostercare system, how do they separate the identity prior to going and now being out of the system? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Angela Quijada-Banks, Author & Holistic Coach. Tune into our discussion on the impact on mental health in the fostercare system and how the Roe V. Wade decision could affect adoption. For more information on Angela, visit here.

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    54 min
  • Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: I Experienced a Mindset Shift
    I've always known that I had a gift of storytelling. When I had my breakdown, I lost my gift and purpose. Once I found an opening within the numbness of trauma, my passion flame re-ignited. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Tanya J. Miller, Coach & Author. Tune into our discussion on how to find your purpose and what it takes to change our mindset from victim to victor. For more information on Tanya, visit here. 

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    42 min
  • There is a Brighter Side to Everything
    When my mental health took a dive, I had a hard time seeing "brighter" days. Once I turned my pain (diagnosis) into my power, my world became filled with optimism. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Melissa Bright, Coach and Podcaster. Tune into our conversation to learn how Melissa overcame crippling anxiety, why vulnerability is viewed as a weakness and ways families can discuss mental health. For more information on Melissa, visit here.

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    56 min
  • Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Societies Lesson on Disconnection
    The Portia who I see in the mirror today did not always love herself. Why? I was taught by society to disconnect from myself in order to be successful. We see how far this went...On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Evanye Lawson, Liberation Speaker & Coach. Tune into our conversation to learn how to become connected to yourself in a society of continuous disconnection and ways to ignite your curiosity spirit that you had as a child. For more information on Evanye, visit here.

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    35 min
  • Feature Friday: My Purposeful Scars
    Art heals. Period. My seven tattoos that I currently have (more to come by the way) were done during therapy. I believe therapy looks different for each individual and mine includes both art and pain. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Timeka Rashid, Founder of Black Girls Love Tattoos. Tune into our conversation to learn how she started BGLT and how ink therapy plays a role in healing. For more information on Timeka, visit here.

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    37 min
  • Finding A Will to Rise
    I know the stigma all too well when it comes to mental health in communities of color. How does this stigma affect men (mostly of color in particular) from seeking help for their mental wellness? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Will Baptiste, Trilingual Public Speaker and Transformative Coach. Tune in to our discussion on the limiting beliefs which kept Will from working on his own healing, toxic masculinity and overcoming the stigma as a man to speak openly about mental health. For more information on Will Baptiste, visit here.

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    58 min
  • Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: You Need to Want to Heal
    Forgiveness is viewed different depending on life experience. The person who I took the longest to forgive was myself from all the trauma and reactions to life that I exhibited. What will it take for you to forgive yourself? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Christina Heike, Trauma and Holistic Health Expert. Tune into our conversation to learn what someone would experience while undergoing New Decision Therapy and how trauma relates to unforgiveness. For more information on Christina, visit here. 

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    36 min
  • Freedom From The Stigma
    The first time I shared my mental health story was in 2020. I felt compelled to open up about my struggles to help others who were in my same boat. My guest today witnessed my freedom from the stigma. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by returning guest Attorney Corey Minor Smith. Tune in to hear our discussion on social media's impact on mental health, tips for cregivers of individuals with severe mental wellness challenges and ways to prepare when 988 (mental health crisis phone dispatch) becomes available in July 2022. For more information on Corey, visit here. 

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    58 min
  • Motivation (Mental Health Monday): A Piece of A Different Puzzle
    I'm a big fan of word searches. Why? They allow me to be present in the moment and also focus on a task I enjoy. When was the last time you had an activity satisfy these two needs for you? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Christopher & Danyelle Sivillo, Founders of Over-Bored Puzzles. Tune into our conversation to learn how Chris & Danyelle turned their passion for puzzles into purpose and how puzzles aid with improving mental wellness. For more information about Over-Bored Puzzles, visit here.

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    36 min
  • Feature Friday: True Happiness is a Whole Big Picture
    I can always tell when I am happy. I feel it physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Each day I make it a priority to be happy no matter what. When was the last time you were truly happy? What did it look like? If you are struggling to find your happiness, this conversation is for you. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Life Coach Kerry Rasenberger. Tune into our conversation to learn the difference between self-love and selfishness and tips for managing your inner critic so you can take control of any situation. For more information on Kerry, visit here. 

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    38 min

About Groove with Portia

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Welcome, friend. I’m Portia Booker, storyteller, producer, and host of Groove with Portia.

Groove with Portia is a storytelling podcast centered on one powerful question: how did you find your…