UnMUTE your mic

The Key to telling your story is to share every part, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. 

Stay Connected with Didi Hairston: 

https://www.divawithdepression.com/

https://www.podbean.com/pa/pbblog-nxe4u-679bd4

Resources that were mentioned:

Mental Health America:

https://mhanational.org/

National Alliance on Mental Illness:

https://nami.org/Home

Join us as we talk about the importance of walking in your calling and being spirtually mature. You are sure to be inspire by Diferent.

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https://www.youtube.com/@DiferntsWorldYTComeAndLearn

Zen Ase is Consultant, podcaster, spoken word poet, voice over artist, and author, who is sure to inspire you. 

Stay Connected with Zen Ase: 

https://linktr.ee/zenase?fbclid=IwAR3V7E9PdU5XSXZPpwHbGDFwWDpmV4sEesPE5t3dwepuexCnhvVPCn6fetQ

Booker Fleming is representing Kansas City well! 

Anyone who talks to Booker knows immediately the love he has for God, youth, and his community! He is the founder and creator of Next Generation Kansas CIty, a group of youth who are on fire for God and are insanely talented. 

I can't wait for you all to hear his story, heart, and be encouraged by his words!

We couldn't talk about people who have made an impact in Kansas City without highlighting Darron J (@darron__j ), the leader and CEO of Go Hard.  If you have been anywhere that has live music in the last few years, you most likely have been to one of their many events or dancing to their music.

Go Hard, established by band leader and CEO Darron J, is one of Kansas City's premier bands. They have independently, and through various partnerships, been a part of some of Kansas City's biggest events. With the goal to always be on the cutting edge, Darron J. has assembled a talented and unique group of musicians who have formulated an unmatched and versatile sound. Go Hard has played various genres of music including R&B, Soul, Hip Hop, Pop, and Country.
Marketing, promoting, and branding are a major focal point of Go Hard Band and they are passionate about making sure the presentation is impeccable. Go Hard also has an apparel line, making sure that they are represented and known locally as well as globally.
Go Hard's motto is "A Brand, Not Just a Band."

I loved hearing the heart behind his passion, his back story, and was inspired by his drive.

Tiffany Rochelle is the perfect example of someone who has taken negative circumstances and used them to find her true identity and bless others. 

“She needed to BE broken. In her brokenness; her purpose was BEing revealed to her and building her. God brought her out, so now She walks in her breakthrough.

She loves for lives to be empowered. So She structured her life. Tiffany  learned to believe in herself and started bYou! Her goal is to help you believe in You! She is an experienced Administrative Professional skilled in Customer Service and Conflict Resolution. Certified to be a Life and Goal Coach. Host of talk show, Hear my Heart Talk show, and Co-Host to Turning your Passion into Profit Morning Show. She is also  

the author of iChoose Me. She draws on her failures and shortcomings, to deliver real-life messages that encourage you to know you can win; as failing is not an option to quit. 

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She is committed to winning, speaking faith & hope to single women and teenage mothers so they can be healed! If this Teenage mother of 3 can win...you can and will too!” 

Being the “Underdawg” is not always a bad thing, because when people count you out you get to figure out who you really are and prove them wrong. 

Eric Jones Jr. has spent his entire life beating the odds. 

Eric Jones Jr is the underdawg with a heroic heart. Born with a physical disability, but never let it stop him from overcoming lifes challenges. Now he is a father , educator, podcast host, and has a clothing line . 

Eric spends his life encouraging others that no matter how many people tell you that you can’t, you have everything inside you to prove to yourself that you can. 

I couldn’t let black history month pass without featuring someone who inspires many in my community! 

It is not always easy to be the first one to do something, but a true trailblazer does the hard work to pave the way for others that come behind them, that is Brian “Bizzy” Benton. 

Brian “Bizzy” Benton, Mr. KCWYA, Mr. 816 is the Creator and founder of 816 Day, Kansas City’s Official Celebration of itself. He is also the Creator of KC’s Local Award Winning and Recognized Facebook Group, KC Where You At. Brian is a Promoter, Host, Consultant, "Influencer", Etc. Etc. Etc 

If you live in Kansas City you know first hand how he has brought the community together year after year, and if you don’t , you are sure to be inspired by his persistence, love for youth, and ability to take a good idea and transform it to reality. 

Marcy is the mother of four humans and two pups, but she’s also tossed pizzas for a pizzeria, acted and sang in a musical, advocated for families with special needs, made appearances in a few movies, and mimed with balloon animals at the Halifax Busker Festival. Marcy is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner, international speaker, Story Coach, Publishing Consultant, and the best-selling author of books for adults and for children. She does her best writing on retreats with a nearby hot tub, in any castle, and within view of the sea. Marcy loves the smiles and giggles of kids who see themselves in her pages and the tearful nods of adults who realize they’re not alone by her words. You can watch and share her TEDx Talks: “How Story Empowers Kids to Shape our World” & “You Are More Than Your Traumatic Experiences.” 

Join us and be reminded that your story is important, no trauma is in vain, and you can use anything that you go through! 

Many of us have overcome things that other people would struggle having to imagine that they could endure. Thankfully we have people who are bold enough to share their stories so that we don't have to. 

Dionne Halsey, a native of Baltimore, MD began her career as a songwriter in 2001. With hard work and dedication, Dionne's desire to learn more about the music business led her to become an intern for Un World Records. At UWR, D.H. DaHitwryter was born. Dionne became an Executive, developing and overseeing marketing and promotional duties. She also began careers in broadcast journalism. As Un World Records transitioned to Un World Entertainment, Dionne decided to further her brand as a songwriter and teamed up with Priceless Music. D.H. teamed up with Kristin Price and Eric Arceneaux to write "Your Lover" which became a top 100 song on YouTube in 2010. D.H. also developed into a back up vocalist and furthered her career as a solo performing artist with Priceless Music releasing Verses The Mixtape in 2015. Though D.H. was experiencing a tremendous amount of success, her personal life began to affect her career. Dionne suffered from depression. She had been diagnosed after a suicide attempt at the age of 18. As her mental health declined, so did her creativity. After many years of battling depression and an inconsistent career, D.H. embarked upon a life changing journey. On this spiritual journey she learned the importance of self love and self care. Dionne committed to her passions full time, speaking about mental health, creating events and helping businesses grow. Dionne is currently the owner of 1513 Promotions which offers branding, marketing, social media management, content creation and more! 

Join us  to be inspired to see the beauty in your broken story!