Ms. Wanda's Full Circle Radio

On this week’s episode of we sit down with the inspiring Jayda Irene, Founder of Healing Heels, a dance-based wellness organization on a mission to heal hearts and build confidence—one step at a time.

Jayda opens up about the painful personal loss that led her to launch Healing Heels and how dance became a path to purpose, mental health, and empowerment. She shares how her work is particularly important for youth, especially in a time when youth suicide rates have risen by more than 50% over the past decade. Jayda passionately discusses how movement, performance, and expression can help people of all ages manage grief, process emotions, and build resilience.

We also dive into her upcoming event, Transitions: Finding Light Through the Darkness, a powerful and heart-centered evening of dance, spoken word, storytelling, and healing. This is a family-friendly, all-ages event, and Jayda urges parents, educators, mentors, and community leaders to bring the young people in their lives.

If you care about mental health, youth wellness, and the transformative power of art—this is an episode you need to hear.

Learn more about Healing Heels

Follow on Instagram @healingheelsofficial

Get your tickets for Transitions

On this episode we’re talking about mental health, youth leadership, and parenting with the team from The Race and Gender Equity Project (RAGE) and their powerful youth-driven Never A Bother campaign.

This conversation centers Black youth and the adults who love them—while challenging us to reimagine how we support emotional wellbeing in our homes andcommunities.

We explore what healing-centered spaces look like, how teens are advocating for themselves, and what caregivers can do to show up with empathy, listening, and love. Whether you're a parent, mentor, teacher, or neighbor, this episode offers perspective and practical steps to better supportthe young people in your life.

In This Episode, We Cover:

* How RAGE supports Black youth mental health

* The alarming suicide rate among Black youth and how to provide support

* Questions to ask if you suspect someone wants to harm themselves

* The vision behind the Never A Bother Campaign

* The power of youth voices in shaping solutions & support

* Tools for parents and caregivers to provide emotional safety and honesty

* How to create spaces of connection and care

Key Quote:
"Our kids aren’t broken. They’re brilliant—and they just need room to be heard."

Resources & Links:

https://www.rageproject.org/ @rageproject

#FullCircle975 #YouthMentalHealth #RAGEProject #NeverABother #ParentingBlackYouth #SafeSpacesMatter #HealingJustice #ListenToYouth

In this deeply moving and insightful episode of Full Circle, I sit down with United States Army veteran, widow, and author Deborah R. Hamm to explore what it truly means to support ourselves and others through grief.

Drawing from her military background, faith, and lived experience with profound loss, Deborah shares the story behind her book Military Strong, Widow Brave: A Heart Speaks. Her approach blends structure and discipline with warmth and compassion—offering a much-needed roadmap for navigating the long, complex terrain of grief.

Deborah reminds us that grief is not something to “get over.” Instead, it’s a journey that can deepen our empathy, awaken our strength, and even lead us to renewed purpose. Whether you're grieving yourself or trying to support someone through loss, this conversation is filled with heart, healing, and practical guidance.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Deborah’s personal journey through loss and how it inspired her to write Military Strong, Widow Brave

• Why grief isn’t something to fix, but a process to honor and walk through

• The role of military discipline and faith in helping navigate loss

• Common mistakes people make when trying to support the grieving—and how to do better

• Age-appropriate ways to support grieving children and teens

• How churches, workplaces, and communities can create grief-sensitive environments

• The importance of presence over perfection when comforting someone in mourning

• How grief can lead to meaningful growth, compassion, and a deeper understanding of life

"Grief isn’t a journey that makes us smaller—it’s a profound transformation that can deepen our capacity for compassion, strengthen our resilience, and expand our understanding of life’s fragile beauty."

• Book: Military Strong, Widow Brave: A Heart Speaks by Deborah Renee’ Hamm

• Website: https://www.drhamm-author.com/home

Our conversation with Raheem Muhammad-Terrell and Aladria Brown still has me reflecting. They are cast members in Celebration Arts' newest production Before It Hits Home. This is more than a play — it’s a necessary truth.

We talked legacy, healing, family and how art helps us face what we’re afraid to say out loud.

Don’t miss this powerful production at Celebration Arts. The show runs June 6-22nd. Get your tickets, support local Black theatre, and let it hit home.

Get your tickets here

What a POWERFUL show with friend to the show, Dr. ReggaeAkambasi, Founder of Generationally Global Gardens (G3) Health & Wellness!

We discussed how food is really at the core of our healing,and explored the beauty and benefits of superfoods, plant-based skincare, and holistic healing practices rooted in ancestral knowledge and backed by today’s growing demand for clean living.

Let G3 inspire your wellness journey and elevate your mind,body & soul.

Like, share, comment and FOLLOW the show so that you never miss an episode.

Learn more at https://www.g3solutionscenter.com/

on Instagram @g3healthandwellness

#FullCircleRecap #G3GlobalGardens #HolisticHealth#WellnessTalk #NaturalLiving #RadioReplay

What an inspiring episode!
Thank you to the leaders of Melanin Day School Academy for joining us on Full Circle. Their commitment to nurturing culturally rooted, academically strong learners is a blueprint for transformative change in our communities.

From immersive learning to honoring every stage of life, theirvision of Black families healing and thriving together is powerful and necessary.

We were even treated to a performance by the Melanin Scholars; you’ve got to hear it family!

Like, share, comment and FOLLOW the show so that you never miss an episode.

Find out how your family can participate, volunteeropportunities or support and learn more at melanindayschoolacademy.org.

What an UPLIFTING and POWERFUL show! Deep gratitude to Safe Black Space for joining us on Full Circle!

As they celebrate 7 years of service, Safe Black Space continues to be a lifeline for Black healing and wellness in Sacramento and beyond. Their work—providing free Community Healing Circles, racial trauma support, and safe spaces for collective care—is not just necessary, it’s urgent.

In a world where Black communities continue to face systemic trauma and racialized violence, Safe Black Space offers refuge, restoration, and radical love. Their mission is more vital now than ever—and we all have a role to play.

Their 7-Year Anniversary Fundraising & Fun-Raising Gala is right around the corner!
It's an adult celebration of Black Joy—and YOU need to be in the room!
Get your tickets (VIP and general admission)
Become a sponsor or promotional partner
Donate if you can’t attend—every dollar goes directly to support this life-changing work.

But the support shouldn’t stop there...

Here’s how you can help ALL YEAR LONG:✅ Donate monthly – Become a recurring donor to help sustain free healing programs.
✅ Volunteer your time or skills – Whether it’s event help, admin support, or professional services, your time matters.
✅ Attend a healing circle – Show up for yourself and your community.
✅ Spread the word – Share Safe Black Space with your networks, friends, and family. Awareness = impact.

Let’s pour into the organizations that pour into us.

Learn more by visiting: safeblackspace.org

🖤 Thank you again to Safe Black Space for reminding us that healing is a community effort, and that Black wellness is resistance.

#SafeBlackSpace #FullCircle975 #CelebrateBlackJoy #BlackMentalHealthMatters #SupportBlackHealing #SBS7YearsStrong #SacramentoEvents #CommunityCare #BeTheHealing

“God didn’t waste my pain — He repurposed it.”

What an unforgettable episode of Full Circle with Coach MO (Monique Smith) — grief and life coach, author, and inspirational speaker.

Coach MO shared her deeply personal story: Within just one year, she endured the heartbreaking loss of nine loved ones. That season of unimaginable grief shattered her, but it also reshaped her understanding of faith, healing, and purpose. Instead of being consumed by pain, she turned to the Word of God, clung to His promises, and discovered a divine calling: to walk with others through the valley of loss and guide them toward hope.

She reminded us that grief doesn’t have a deadline — but healing is possible when we create space for it.
Through a powerful blend of biblical truth, behavioral therapy, music, and poetry, she equips others to confront sorrow with grace and find purpose after loss.
She spoke candidly about creating a safe, sacred space for people to process pain, honor their feelings, and rebuild with faith as their foundation.

If you or someone you love is navigating grief, this conversation is a must-listen. Coach MO’s story will meet you right where you are — and lift you closer to the light.

Follow @missmouthpeace to stay inspired and connect with her Christ-centered coaching resources.

Visit her website: coachmopeace.com

Tell us: What part of Coach MO’s story moved you the most? Drop it in the comments and tag someone who needs this message.

#FullCircle975 #CoachMO #FromPainToPurpose #GriefSupport #FaithHealing #WomenOfFaith #EmotionalHealing #PurposeAfterLoss #RadioReplay #ChristianLifeCoach #GriefJourney #SacramentoVoices

This episode of Full Circle was extremely powerful and deeply moving. Earl Lovell’s story of surviving a “widow maker” heart attack and waiting two long years for a heart transplant is a testament to resilience, faith, and the will to live. His journey reminds us that no matter how dark theroad gets, there is always a way forward.

We also thank Michael P. Coleman, Director of External Affairs at Sierra Donor Services, for joining the conversation and shedding light on the urgent need for more registered organ donors—especially in Black and Brown communities where the need is greatest.

This is a story that could save lives; share the episode witheveryone you know—

And please, take a moment to sign up to be an organ donor today at registerme.org. Your decision could be the reason someone else gets a second chance at life.

Thank you to Sierra Donor Services for their continuedsupport of Full Circle and their unwavering commitment to saving lives through organ donation.

A masterclass in love, advocacy, and resilience.What a powerful and heartfelt episode of Full Circlewith our guest Carla Preyer, featured in the new documentary Facing the Wind.

Carla graciously opened up about her and her husbandPatrick’s deep spiritual connection and their beautiful love story — a story that faced a new chapter when Patrick began showing signs of Lewy Body Dementia.

During our conversation, Carla shared the early signs she initially overlooked, and the long and often frustrating journey toward getting a proper diagnosis. Her honesty shed light on how common — and painful — that struggle is, especially in Black and Brown communities.

We also discussed the challenges of accessing care andinformation, the emotional toll of caregiving, and the critical importance of finding a support group — people who not only understand what you're going through but walk beside you through it. Most powerfully, Carla reminded us that asking for help is not a weakness — it’s an act of strength.

Carla’s story, and the Facing the Wind documentary,are a testament to what’s possible when love is backed by community and care.

Visit https://facingthewindfilm.com/ to find out how you can view this important film.

Share this episode with your loved ones or those who may be walking their own caregiving journey and may need encouragement and support — because no one should face the wind alone.

Let’s keep this conversation going. Share your thoughts onthis episode in the comments.

#FullCircle975 #FacingTheWind #LewyBodyDementia#CaregiverSupport #BlackHealthMatters #SacramentoEvents #GuildTheater