Let's Start Healing

This episode of the Let's Start Healing podcast features a Ready and Real segment. 

Host Adrianne Murchison comments on the week of protests in the aftermath of the death of George Flood in Minnesota. Before the episode Adrianne said, "Several friends who are white have been in touch over the last few days to talk and express how they feel the pain that most of the black community is in. One friend was crying when she left a phone message.

For me, how much a person gives a damn, how much a person cares, how much a person has a willingness to Care about race in America, the lives lost and at risk, and understands this involves healing for every race - will determine where this tipping point takes us. Here’s a segment from Ready and Real on the Let’s Start Healing podcast."

Host Adrianne Murchison, returning guest Lanada Chanel Duncan of b.e. decors interior decorating company and actress Nicole J. Butler, well-known as She-Shed Cheryl in State Farm commercials, discuss the importance of self care during the coronavirus pandemic.

The episode is a preview for the debut of Chanel Duncan’s upcoming podcast, She-Talks in the She-Cave.

Butler has appeared on numerous television shows and produces series through her production company, The Live True Project.                    

This episode of the Let's Start Healing podcast introduces a new segment called Ready and Real where host Adrianne Murchison share what's weighing on her spirit. In this first segment, Adrianne discusses the killing of Ahmaud Arbery and honors women including Michelle Obama and the Netflix documentary, Becoming.

Nicole Smith-Hall and her sister Andrea Smith started the 100 Masks Project after the outbreak of coronavirus in Georgia in March. Nicole is an educator and also a designer or women's beach wear. The line is called Charleigh Rocks.

Nicole says, "A part of Charleigh Rocks’ mission is to serve our community. We are joining many others in the global fight against this very serious virus by lending our sewing services. We have created a three-layer, washable mask made with water-resistant fabric to aid in providing some level of protection for our medical heroes against COVID-19.

"Please note that this is not the highly-sought after N95 medical mask. We merely joined the sewing community in answering the call of the medical community who so desperately needs these masks everyday."

She adds, "It is better alternative to bandanas, t-shirts, pollen / dust masks and masks make-shifted together from office supply products – as many of our medical professionals are unfortunately relegated to using right now."

Andrea, an Atlanta-based marketing expert, inspired Nicole to make the makes. 

At her firm, the ADS Agency, Andrea helps businesses in  marketing and branding by assessing their current situation and where they want to go, and then working with them to develop a uniquely suited plan that works.

Andrea was featured on Let's Start Healing Ep. 20.

Many are single and feel increasingly cut-off as we self-quarantine during this time of the coronavirus. Others are in stark fear of a loss of income. In this episode, host Adrianne Murchison shares how she is managing self-quarantine. 

John Russell Murchison II, of Chesapeake, VA, joins the podcast in a conversation on the connection and authenticity that many people hope to receive at church on Sunday morning, but are often disappointed; discoveries along his own spiritual path; and the logic behind his natural ability to stay present a free of worries. 

James Sims studies "A Course in Miracles" and returns to the podcast to discuss the personal revelations and insight that has been revealed to him as he follows his spiritual calling and path. 

James says that following the guidance of the Holy Spirit – who he experiences inside his consciousness – has given him a sense of true freedom. 

Melissa Petrashock shares her emotional and spiritual journey from an abusive marriage and several suicide attempts to an empowered, fulfilling new life.

Now recovered from the past, Melissa is documenting her story in a book. In addition, she has started a Women’s Motivational Meetup group to inspire women to spread kindness.

In the wake of the tragic helicopter accident that took the lives of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven other passengers, host Adrianne Murchison discusses the idea of staying connected to loved ones in spirit after they die. Adrianne shares experiences of being connected to loved ones who have passed away. Common resistance of people to talk about death is also discussed. 

Friend to the podcast, Todd Duncan, joins Let’s Start Healing host Adrianne Murchison to share a few life experiences, major blessings, forgiveness, and occasions when he’s questioned God or been angry with Him.

Todd is a senior editor with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution newspaper, and has a passion for classic cars that’s resulted in his interview series featuring longtime classic car owners. Videos can be found at Todd's Classic Cars on YouTube and ajc.com/classiccars.

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