For this short check-in segment I share some words of encouragement in response to the recent passing of legendary author, Toni Morrison. 

Toni Morrison's words have inspired us all I'm sure in many different ways.

Leave a comment below of your favorite quote or literature. 

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Ivy Watts, graduate  of Boston University with her Masters in Public Health currently works  in the healthcare field in Boston. As a former student-athlete who  appeared to have it all together, who graduated college with Summa Cum  Laude honors and as a top 30 finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year  Award, on the inside struggled daily with anxiety, lack of self-worth  and suicidal thoughts. After leaving an emotionally toxic relationship,  and finally learning self-love, Ivy is now dedicated to promoting mental  wellness and reducing stigma around mental illness by sharing her  personal story through her blog, Beautifully Simply You, to empower  others to speak their truths, continue to fight for their tomorrow and  know that we are never alone. 

IG:beautifullysimplyyou

Intro Music:Dreams- Joakim Karud 

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This short segment will cover 3 major Black pioneers of the mental health profession.  Maxie Clarence Maultsby, Jr , M.D. , Mamie Phipps Clark, Ph.D. and Francis Sumner, PhD.

Intro Clip: Black Mental Health Matters | Phillip J. Roundtree | TEDxWilmington

Intro Music: Dreams- Joakim Karud 

Jamilah Shabazz is a self love enthusiast speaker, and mentor. She is a graduate of The University of Michigan and passionate about sharing her experiences and facilitating workshops to ignite the healing process for others. Jamilah serves as a support system and resource to those who have endured similar challenges, with a desire to embark on a journey to healing, self-love, wholeness and freedom. Jamilah strives to demonstrate the beauty in adversity. She firmly believes that no matter what life throws our way, with God, we are able to overcome it. 

Follow via Instagram: jamilahzshabazz

Blog: limitlesslove.org

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New Sponsor: Brandless 

You can follow Tabitha's journey on her Instagram page: @keepingtabs_recovery

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