My Path Has Purpose

The ladies of @SouthernArt&MakersCollective are all about creating a space where locals can express their views and feel seen and heard thru art and other creative outlets. Listen in to hear their stories and their passion for inclusivity and spreading some Jesus in the most unconventional ways.

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MyPathHasPurpose

Some people you know instantly are change makers. Dr. Uduak Afangideh is that person. From Biology Department Chair to psychology student, and Therapist, hear her journey and what she hopes to give to her students and audiences throughout the world. Hope. Belief. Passion. She challenges you to ask: who put the dream or passion in your heart?

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Afangideh Therapy

Sister to Sister by Uduak Afangideh

Brené Brown

Cathy Hughes

Brenda Coone, retiree turned entrepreneur talks to us about being flexible and open to new things in business and in life. After making plans to travel upon retiring, God had something better and completely different in mind for her @mscraftprincessdesigns. We talk about starting over, measures of success, her faith,  and so much more.  

 

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Resources mentioned in Episode:

1. "The Emyth" by Michael Gerber

2. "Unbought and Unbossed" by Shirley Chisolm

3. Shirley Chisholm: A Groundbreaking Legacy

I interview Dr. André Howard PhD, Cos in the 1st of a 4 part series on Businesses. Howard's Hairstylers and Designs has been in business for 80+ years, providing excellent service to the community. Their motto is "where so many beautiful things can happen to you". It is the legacy they have given to their customers and to the community for decades. From civil rights to little league coaches and work release to professional make up and clothing, they have done it all.

Resources:

MPHP

Howard's Hairstylers and Designers

143 Wilkinson St Montgomery, Al 36104. 334-265-1504

Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute

Raymond and Rosa Parks early life

Reunited and it feels so good!!!! The ladies of MPHP (Aleah @aleahmignon, Teresa @teresamakesnbakes, and Terry @live_and_letgo) get together to talk about what we've individually been up to this past year as well as share thoughts on how not to let others opinions keep you from thriving. Get ready to laugh and to take notes; Aleah and Teresa's one-liners are dripping with wisdom. So thankful to do life and business with these two. 

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Resources:

"Aspire- discovering your purpose through the power of words"  by Kevin Hart

"Intentional Living-choosing a life that matters"  by John C. Maxwell

Sometimes we have to just push pause and take care of ourselves. Today I share a little about my journey for the past 2 years and the trajectory I am on. Listen in; join me, in learning to live and let go.

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Kati Droganov BS, NASM CPT, Navy Veteran and graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling joins me to talk about life and how she is continually learning, experiencing new and maybe uncomfortable situations and being determined to push forward to gain unique strengths- all while being true to who she is.

 Terry  @live_and_letgo

Kati Droganov- KD Strength

Resources:

https://www.nih.gov/sites/default/files/health-info/wellness-toolkits/emotional-wellness-checklist-2021-2.pdf

Sarah J Bradley, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT joins us again, this time to talk about Trauma. From the #MeToo movement to PTSD we cover it all. It's time to normalize the conversation about mental health. Join us in the conversation.

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Sarah J Bradley  

334-339-7581

Resources:

1."The Body Keeps the Score:Brain, Mind, and the Body in the healing of Trauma" by B. van der Kolk

2. Seek support in a FaceBook Trauma Support Group 

3. Establish "safe places" to share- have consistent conversations with a family member or trusted friend

Rhonda Chastang and her daughter Amanda Chastang talk about their diverse rich heritage as we unpack the events of May 31, 1921 (The Tulsa Massacre) and its' impact on Tulsa, the nation and the African American community as a whole.

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Resources:

This Bridge Called My Back: writings by radical women of color

George Washington Grayson and the Creek Nation 1843-1920- by Mary Jane Warde

Oklahoma Pioneer Papers Collection - https//www.lineages.com/blog/oklahoma-pioneer-papers

3 Documentaries You Should Watch About the Tulsa Race Massacre- https//www.wamc.org

I'm hanging out with musician, songwriter, producer Wesley Hill today. He's sharing some of his smooth vocals with us in addition to talking about influencers on his sound.

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To Connect with Wesley Hill

@Wesley_Hill5 on instagram

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Songs on today's episode: Crazy by Barkley; Gimme Shelter/All Along the Watchtower; What You Won't Do for Love- B. Caldwell; I Can See Clearly Now-B. Withers; I'm Only Sleeping-Beatles; Colors by Pumas; Is This Love? B. Marley;

Original Music: - Growing Young;  Alone Again and  Rough

National Museum of African American Music and Culture- nmaahc.si.edu