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

Mental health, is health! This week we are talking about just how important it is to take care of yourself from the inside out. 

We are normalizing talking about Mental Health as a reminder that we all go through things, are not alone, and have nothing to be ashamed of and Kaliesha Thompson was the perfect person to have this conversation with! 

Kaliesha Thompson is a therapist, life coach and entrepreneur who has a dream of seeing mental and emotional healing in the communities surrounding her. She strives to create a space where parents/ adults can  heal  so that the generations to come won’t have to suffer from unresolved trauma. As a native of California, Kaliesha completed high school and served the community in a variety of ways including working in the schools and devising  counseling groups at her high school. It was there that she became immersed in her passion for a career in psychology. Kaliesha pursued a Bachelor's degree in psychology at Spelman College, and now holds a Master’s Degree in counseling. Kaliesha currently  uses her skills to serve inner city students, teaching them social and emotional skills while using a variety of techniques.. Kaliesha also provides life coaching and therapeutic services to individuals and families seeking healing from depression, anxiety, trauma and inter- family conflicts. Kaliesha is the proud mother of two young  men and she has been married to LaRon Thompson for 2 years. Together they also serve as leaders of a historical church in Kansas City. 

Kyle Hollins is a Hometown Hero in Kansas City. Kyle is the founder and creator or Lyrik’s Institute, a" cognitive based program that allows its students to master in the Creative Arts of their choice and take part in paid internships to become market value assets". 

Kyle has a story that is more than inspiring. He has not only overcame homelessness, gang life, and incarceration but he has used everything that he has gone through to give back to the community.

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! 

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! 

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. 

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. 

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!”