Minding My BLACK Business

One in four of us meet the criteria for having a mental health disorder. As Black Entrepreneurs we are not immune from this. Do you have a plan in place when you need to improve your mental health? Listen as T-Kea shares her journey in managing her mental health disorders while running her business.

T-Kea Blackman is a mental health advocate, speaker and writer who lives by the Toni Payne quote, "I rather be living my truth happily than living a lie miserably." She is the creator and host of the Fireflies Unite Podcast, a weekly podcast dedicated to bringing light into darkness (just like the fireflies) by sharing the stories of individuals thriving with mental illness within communities of color despite the disadvantages and racism that negatively impact their mental health. T-Kea's articles have been published on The Mighty, Urban Faith, Blavity, and 21 Ninety.

Making a digital footprint, her articles have garnered over 45,000 views and encouraged individuals to seek treatment. Described as an inspiration, her heartfelt and powerful story is a testament that you can thrive despite having a mental illness. T-Kea was diagnosed with major depression and generalized anxiety disorders and is a suicide survivor. She previously worked in the television industry as a publicist and production/talent coordinator. Within her career, she provided support to TV One's signature award-winning shows Unsung and Unsung Hollywood, BET's Black Girls Rock!, The Soul Train Awards and BET X Youth Experience. Her diagnosis led her to use her entertainment background and communications skills to raise awareness for mental illness within communities of color.

She earned a master's degree in public relations and corporate communications from Georgetown University, and a bachelor's degree in radio, television and film production from Howard University.

Music: Blasian Beats

Special Guest: T-Kea Blackman

Website: http://www.firefliesunite.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firefliespod

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Firefliespod/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Firefliespod

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Website: www.mindingmyblackbusiness.com

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Entrepreneurship can be lonely. As you build your Black business have you found your people that can support, challenge, and encourage you? Take a listen as Randy shares his journey and how he has found community.

Randy D. Williams, also known as "The Generation Changer" is an entrepreneur and author committed to developing the next generation of leaders. As an entrepreneur, he has gained national media attention for his company, Talley & Twine Watches where he designs and manufactures watches and other men's accessories. Created with a person of style in mind, Talley & Twine satisfies a need in the marketplace for quality, aesthetically-pleasing watches that resist the status quo.

Music: Blasian Beats

Special Guest: Randy Williams

Website: https://store.talleyandtwine.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talleyandtwine/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talleyandtwine/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalleyandTwine

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Website: www.mindingmyblackbusiness.com

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How many of us practice what we preach when it comes to self-care? In my drive to be a better me and better Black Entrepreneur, there is room for improvement. In this episode, I examine my approach to sleep and rest. In the end, I discover some new things about me.

Music: Blasian Beats

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Are you curious about therapy? Take a listen as two therapists talk about some of the therapy basics. Learn how therapy is different from a supportive conversation, typical presenting problems for Black Entrepreneurs, what happens in that first point of contact with a therapist, and how things unfold in your first official appointment.

Eunice Blakely is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over sixteen years of experience in the mental wellness and behavioral health field. She enjoys facilitating workshops, trainings and seminars to local businesses, churches and organizations. She is also credentialed as a Master Addiction Counselor and is a National Certified Counselor. Eunice works with women in search of peace of mind, happiness, and overall mental wellness. She shares her expertise through counseling, consulting, and keynote speaking. She loves to share passion and lessons learned with women who are striving to live their best lives.

Music: Blasian Beats

Special Guest: Eunice Blakely

Website: https://euniceblakely.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eunice.mingoblakely Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euniceblakely1/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/EuniceBlakely1

Where to find us:

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Are you curious about therapy? Take a listen as two therapists talk about some of the therapy basics. Learn how therapy is different from a supportive conversation, typical presenting problems for Black Entrepreneurs, what happens in that first point of contact with a therapist, and how things unfold in your first official appointment.

Eunice Blakely is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over sixteen years of experience in the mental wellness and behavioral health field. She enjoys facilitating workshops, trainings and seminars to local businesses, churches and organizations. She is also credentialed as a Master Addiction Counselor and is a National Certified Counselor. Eunice works with women in search of peace of mind, happiness, and overall mental wellness. She shares her expertise through counseling, consulting, and keynote speaking. She loves to share passion and lessons learned with women who are striving to live their best lives.

Music: Blasian Beats

Special Guest: Eunice Blakely

Website: https://euniceblakely.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eunice.mingoblakely  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euniceblakely1/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/EuniceBlakely1 

Where to find us:

Facebook: Minding My Black Business

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drjanaetaylor/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mindingmyblkbiz 

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.mindingmyblackbusiness.com 

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Black Entrepreneurs it's time to check in. How many of us have a self-care regime that supports our schedule and needs? As we juggle more roles in our daily lives and transition into and out of roles we need to ensure that we are replenishing. Lauren shares her story and solution to making self-care a priority.

Lauren Elliott is a former journalist and became a holistic health advocate after she experienced an emergency delivery of her son only eight months after getting married. As a child, Lauren was drawn to storytelling and entered a creative writing contest at the age of 8. She eventually won that contest along with a spot on the front page of her school's newsletter, which fueled a passion and curiosity for shedding light on communities who've gone unheard. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Digital Media and Women's Studies from the University at Albany and Master's degree in Public Affairs Journalism.

Now, she spends her time connecting millions of New Yorkers to healthier lifestyles by day while offering millennial women of color a practical approach to self-care as Founder of CandleLit Box. Giving birth motivated her to turn a fearful experience into a mission-based subscription service that eases the process of setting aside time for personal wellness prior to crisis situations. Through monthly delivery of books, candles, tea and wellness products, Lauren helps Black and Brown women manage their stress during major life events - whether it's college, promotion or motherhood.

Music: Blasian Beats

Special Guest: Lauren Elliott

Website: https://shopcandlelit.co/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candlelitbox

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candlelitbox

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/474095289596388/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drjanaetaylor/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mindingmyblkbiz

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.mindingmyblackbusiness.com

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Happy Women's History Month, family! Rana highlights how she lives life passionately. As Entrepreneurs learning how to live boldly and make moves in spite of fears creates unknown opportunities and possibilities. Take a listen as Rana shares with us how to make your best moves towards success.

Rana Campbell is a marketing strategist, content creator, and host of the Dreams In Drive Podcast - a podcast she launched in January 2016 that teaches creatives & lifestyle entrepreneurs how to take their dreams out of PARK and into DRIVE. With over 130 episodes in her arsenal and streams in 100+ countries, she has interviewed top leaders in lifestyle and business and was featured as a empowering podcast by Essence Magazine and a top Business podcast for Black Voices on Apple Podcasts. She is a 2013 graduate of Princeton University and a proud alum of the Emma Bowen Foundation media program. Rana's work has been featured on MadameNoire, Blavity, Huffington Post, Fox 5 Good Day New York, Princeton Alumni Weekly, and more. When she isn't helping clients grow their brands and businesses or podcasting, Rana enjoys practicing her fashion photography skills, taking her favorite heels dance class, snuggling up with a good book or movie, and writing poetry.

Music: Blasian Beats

Special Guest:

Rana Campbell

Website: http://www.ranacampbell.com/ http://www.dreamsindrive.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreamsindrive/ https://www.facebook.com/Rainshineluv/

Twitter: @dreamsindrive

@rainshineluv

Instagram: @dreamsindrive

@rainshineluv

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IG: @drjanaetaylor

Twitter: @mindingmyblackbiz

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Website: www.mindingmyblackbusiness.com

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Entrepreneurs, what is your approach to traveling? Have you booked your trip to escape emotional issues, negative relationships, or for relaxation? Ashley breaks down some myths and misconceptions regarding travel, and provides tips on how to have a healthy and successful travel experience.

Ashley McGirt is a licensed mental health therapist and owner of A.M.C.S. LLC (Ashley McGirt Counseling and Services) based in Seattle, Washington. Ashley received a Masters of Social Work from the University of Washington. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and is actively pursuing a Doctoral degree. In her private practice she focuses primarily on racial trauma, anxiety, and depression. Ashley has an extensive amount of experience working with vulnerable populations, including work in prisons, medical and psychiatric hospitals, homeless shelters, and long term care settings. Despite her extensive work history Ashley is no stranger to traveling. In fact, to her peers she is mostly known as a world traveler. Ashley avidly documents her travels and promotes the importance of healthy travel. As Ashley believes vacations are necessary, but no one should want a vacation from their life.

Music: Blasian Beats

Special Guest: Ashley McGirt

Website: http://www.ashleymcgirt.com/

Book, I tried to travel it away: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1979346429/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mpJFAb91Q5GZ3

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/McGirtCounselingServices/

Instagram: @therapywithash –all things mental health @travelswithash –all things travel

Travel Resources

Black Girl Travel Movement http://blackgirltravelmovement.org/

Nomadness Travel Tribe https://www.nomadnesstv.com/

Travel Noire https://travelnoire.com/

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Twitter: @mindingmyblackbiz

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Website: www.mindingmyblackbusiness.com

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