Interior Motives

On this episode Che'lyn has a candid, relevant conversation with Mr. Issac Connie. Issac is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in providing counseling and treatment for children, adolescents and adult clients in public/private sector,  non-profit organizations, and clinical settings. Mr. Connie is currently a Clinical Psychotherapist  and Director of Adolescent Treatment for Brightstar Counseling and Evaluation Center. As an African American male clinician in the field of mental health he is passionate about providing culturally competent/specific treatment for black youth and men in marginalized communities. 

Follow and connect with Issac Connie on Instagram: @ijconnie04                      

www.brightstarcounselingtx.com

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On this episode Che'lyn talks with the legendary Sidney Moncrief, a five-time NBA-All-Star and five-time NBA-All-Defensive team and two-time NBA-Defensive player of the year and 2019 Naismith Hall of Fame Inductee. He is also a successful entrepeneur of multiple businesses,  a speaker and talented author.  He is accompanied by his  very accomplished wife Dr. Takisha Moncrief , a former Educator, Literacy  Coach and School Improvement Supervisor. This power couple share wonderful  insights, lessons learned  regarding their personal and professional journey. They together form Moncrief One Team, sharing their expertise as Leadership Coaches facilitating conferences, workshops and professional development events for various industries in the public and private sector. 

You may contact Coach Sidney Moncrief:  www.sidneymoncrief.com  www.sidneymoncrief.org    [email protected] Twitter:@sidneymoncrief_

You may purchase Coach Moncrief’s book, The GRIT Factor in Embracing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion directly from his website listed above.

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On this episode Che'lyn  has a conversation with the multitalented  Mr. John Stoddart  regarding his incredible music career. He discusses his creative process as an artist, its intersections with spirituality and mental health  and his evolution as a man personally and professionally. Mr. Stoddart  is an extraordinary vocalist. songwriter, arranger, composer and producer. In his career that spans 30 years, he has collaborated with Grammy/Stellar award winning artists such as saxophonist Kirk Whalum and many other  prolific vocalists/artists such as Celine Dion, Fred Hammond, Al Jarreau, Whitley Phipps, Take 6, Michael McDonald  and  Lalah Hathaway.  John is currently based in Alabama  where he is a former Artist in Residence at the renowned Oakwood University Department of Music. John's music and artistry have global reach as he continues to perform, produce, write and even lecture about music for other creatives and appreciative audiences. 

Follow/connect with Mr. John Stoddart: http://JohnStoddart.com    

 http://Facebook.com/johnstoddartmusic

instagram:@johnstoddart

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On today's episode Che'lyn is having a conversation with  La Tina Epps-Thomas, ND, EYT, a Concierge Naturopathic Doctor, Experienced Certified Yoga Teacher ,Health and Wellness Educator, Author and Speaker. Dr. LaTina recounts her personal/professional journey, her  battles with body image issues/eating disorders to  her path to  radical self-love/acceptance, empowerment and healing.  Her honesty is refreshing and engaging and has become a significant factor in her building a highly successful practice in Memphis, TN.

Follow and Consult with Dr. LaTina  Epps-Thomas at: https://alnhealthandwellness,com/

FaceBook: https://m.facebook.com/ALNHealthand Wellness/

For more information on : Eating Disorders and Hashimoto's Thyroiditis:

https;/www.nationaleatingdisorders.org       https://www.thyroid.org

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On this episode Che’lyn will have a  transparent conversation with Dr. Jaime Kowlessar, exploring the intersection of Christianity/Spirituality  with Social Justice and Mental Health.  Dr. Kowlessar, a pastor,  thought leader, and activist for marginalized communities will share his insights and reflections  regarding  systemic racism and  oppression as he shares his personal and professional  evolution. 

"We are not waiting for a hero, we are the heroes"----Dr. Jaime Kowlessar 

Dr. Kowlessar book recommendations: 

The Fire Next  Time by James Baldwin 

The Politics of Jesus by Obery Hendricks Jr. 

Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor by Rob Nixon 

The Vandana Shiva Reader by Vandana Shiva 

Radical Reconciliation :Beyond Political Pietism and Christian Quietism by Allan Boesak and Curtis Pau lDeYoung 

Follow Dr. Kowlessar at : Instagram:@jaime_lowlessar       Facebook: Jaime Kowlessar      

Twitter:  Muchisgiven@raiseyourvoiceacademics  

Website: www.RaiseYourVoiceAcademy  

https://raise-your-voice-academics.myshopify.com/collections/all https://www.nationalmssociety.org/  

Reference: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-it-time-to-say-r-i-p-to-poc/id1112190608?i=1000493048421 

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In part one of this episode Che’lyn is having a conversation with her close sister-friends as they unpack the complexities of a 33 year friendship through the highs and lows of life. Please email Che’lyn about your unique Sister-Friendship at InteriorMotivespodcast@ gmail.com and check out the book Big Friendship by Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman! A GREAT READ! Please do not forget to get to the polls and VOTE with a sense of urgency, support Breast Cancer Awareness and please rate, review and subscribe. Be well and be blessed Beautiful People..

On this episode Che’lyn will be talking with Coach Jason Terry, a NBA treasure, and Assistant Coach at the University of Arizona (Arizona Wildcats).  Coach Terry will unpack his personal and professional evolution, share how  his spirituality and faith have sustained him and  he will impart some of the many life lessons he has learned along the way bringing him to his full circle moment as he cultivates his mission to Empower, Enlighten and Educate the next generation of student athletes at his alma mater, The University of Arizona. 

Follow Coach Terry at: IG & Twitter-@jasonterry31       Web: www.jasonterry31.com 

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On this episode Che’lyn is having a conversation with Pastor Bernie Anderson regarding is journey through recovery , healing and overcoming pornography/sex  addiction. Bernie Anderson holds a Master's in Divinity. He was a pastor for 23 years  in congregations in Texas, Utah and recently Orlando Florida. He is currently the Church Engagement Lead  for the East Region for World Vision. He is an author of Breaking the Silence which recounts his personal journey in recovery and healing. In our discussion , he shares how he navigated this process with his wife, family and church community. He also shares his coping strategies and how he  sustains sobriety, accountability and integrity.  As a relentless adventure seeker he shares analogies and life lessons learned in  being intentional regarding the preparation for marathon running and his latest adventure in climbing  Mt. Kilimanjaro. Contact information: www.bernieanderson.org     www.livefree.co - Pastor Anderson facilitates a weekly for pastors here. "The opposite of ADDICTION isn't  SOBRIETY; the opposite of ADDICTION is CONNECTION"-Johann Hari Ted Talk: Everything You Think You Know about Addiction is Wrong www.ted.com. Please reach out to me at: [email protected]

This episode is a brief commentary on Bipolar Disorder which was inspired by the lyrics to the song Bye Bipolar on the grammy award winning singer Brandy's latest album B7. I will also reflect on the beautifully written memoir titled “ The Mother of Black Hollywood”, of the critically acclaimed actress and star of Black-ish, Jenifer Lewis. In light of  National Suicide Prevention month, its an honor to  amplify the voice of Dallas Quarterback  Dak Prescott for using his platform to demonstrate  transparency  and spread awareness regarding depression as he copes with his  brother's  recent death his  own mental health concerns. References and resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline-1-800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741. https://www.wearewithinreach.net BlackDoctor.org. hopkinsnedicune.org dsm.psychiatryonline.org You can email questions or connect with me at [email protected]

In this episode you will learn a bit more about who I am and what inspired me to start this podcast.  I will also share reflective thoughts regarding this global pandemic, racial climate, collective grief and stretching outside of my comfort zone. Reflections of the extraordinary legacy of Chadwick Boseman. You may email and connect with me at [email protected]