Happy Juneteenth Pt. 2! This episode almost did not happen due to the onset of burnout for Joi; however Mr. Networking King himself, Andre Apparicio (@itsaprocess_org) said F that let's record! On this episode he and Joi discuss mindset, the importance of networking and neighbors that don't steal! Be sure to follow Andre and all he has coming up!

Upcoming Events:

7/6 at 7pm: IG Live with @pushpast_pastpain

Often times the more you learn about yourself; the more you learn about your family. The more you learn about your family; the more you see them as humans... as people! In this episode Joi discusses seeing her parents differently now that she knows more about trauma and the impact of parental relationships.

On Juneteeth Joi attended the private screening of her friend Dejinay's documentary "More Than Academics". The role Dejinay, an NYC teacher, plays in her students' lives is powerful and impactful. She has given her students a space to feel safe and heard. She has taught them to communicate while showing them school is literally more than academics. Please stay tuned for more on this documentary!

Upcoming Events:

6/26 - SW Appreciation Gathering is going down in NYC

Friends! How many of us have them? How many of have equally yoked friends? In this episode we are talking about friendship - what we learned about it from the adults around us, why do we give more grace to intimate partners than friends and our opinion of having friends who hold you accountable.

Let us know what you think & share your friendship stories with Joi. You can email them to [email protected].

Upcoming Events:

6/26 - Social Work Appreciation Gathering, New York, NY

(6/13 is the absolute last day to register)

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/social-work-appreciation-gathering-tickets-154308866975?aff=eand

Things To Check Out:

6/19 - More Than Academics Documentary, New York, NY

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morethanacademics-documentary-premiere-tickets-154484133201

Whew Chile.... the last month has been rough!!! Has anyone else been struggling emotionally? Joi has one of those open and honest conversations about the current space that she is in.

Things To Check Out:

6/19 - More Than Academics Documentary, New York, NY

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morethanacademics-documentary-premiere-tickets-154484133201

Upcoming Events:

6/26 - Social Work Appreciation Gathering, New York, NY

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/social-work-appreciation-gathering-tickets-154308866975?aff=eand

How does faith connect to your mental health? On this episode Joi is joined by fellow Social Worker Kee, LICSW, LCSW-C (IG: @keeofalltrades). Kee walks us through how faith has been keeping her going.

Upcoming Events:

5/12 - Port Authority Fireside Chat Mental Health Series (Register: joi_mham.eventbrite.com)

6/26 - Social Work Family Reunion (location TBA)

On this episode Mr. Community Over Competition aka Andre Apparicio (IG: @communityovercompetition_) discusses what it means for him to be celebrating 10 years home and what has kept him home. He also shares about the importance of community and self-care.

Be sure to check out Andre in an upcoming series called "Shifting Into Your Purpose": https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shifting-into-your-purpose-tickets-151979704387

Upcoming Events:

April 28 - YEP-NYC Presents: The Importance of SEL in Schools

(Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__LQ0pi6aQNKBKRkVS-210w)

May 2 - Recreating the Balance (Register: recreatingthebalance.eventbrite.com)

Last summer Joi and a group of dynamic Black women discussed their experiences with colorism. Tune in and let us know how colorism has impacted you!

Upcoming Events:

April 28 - YEP-NYC Presents: The Importance of SEL in Schools

(Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__LQ0pi6aQNKBKRkVS-210w)

May 2 - Recreating the Balance (Register: recreatingthebalance.eventbrite.com)

In this season on clearing and change, Joi has made a commitment to her healing journey unlike ever before. On this episode she explains why she is ready to do the work.

Upcoming Events:

June 26 - Social Work Appreciation Gathering/Family Reunion (more info to come)

Who would have thunk one year later life would look like it does now? Did anyone think we would still be living through a pandemic?

On March 11, 2020 Joi quit her full time job as a Social Work Director. There were many factors that lead up to her deciding to leave. With a lot of frustration and words of encouragement from those around her she said "f*** this" and put in her two weeks. Welp... what she didn't expect was quarantine! Tune in for this juicy episode with her former coworker, networking event partner and sister Jana (IG: thegourmetspork) - they are talking toxic work environment!

On this episode Joi is joined by Alicia Tetteh, LCSW, RYT-200. Alicia is passionate about the professional and personal development of clinicians. Be sure to follow her on Instagram @buildingendurancepllc and @_aliciaoctavia for more information! In addition she has some dope professional development opportunities coming up in March! Check out her website https://www.buildingendurancepllc.com/events to register; especially for the Healing in Progress Conference will take place on Saturday, March 27.

Upcoming Events:

March 7 - Emotional Health & its Impact on Weight with @mellbfit

March 10 - Embracing Vulnerability & Living in Your Purpose with @coach_lex_