Mental Wellness Episodes

A “long hauler’s” story.. infected with the Covid virus, not sick enough to be hospitalized, plagued with lingering symptoms. Listen to her journey from wanting her doctor to not be dismissive of her symptoms to finding the help that she needed. She has a message for other “long haulers”, doctors and those who think that they don’t need a Covid vaccine.

Professionally successful, but not happy. Wondering “which way is up?”

PART ONE- the formative years. Despite having a supportive family, there were years of self doubt. She breaks through. Insightful for both young girls and parents of young girls.

..sometimes you need time to reflect, recharge and to rejoice.

The conversation gets expanded to include a sexuality researcher, an educator, an entrepreneur of sex products and a sex therapist. And they have a lot to say about female specifically black female sexuality, finding pleasure and providing sex education. Have a listen-

Dr. Rahman talks with a sex therapist.

Her name is Tessica Brown. She went through a traumatic event. May her story be a learning lesion for all Black women.

Have you been affected? Do you know someone who is suffering due to past sexual abuse. If so, this podcast is for you. May truth and self reflection shine a light on old wounds. Along with professional counseling may this lead to healing.

Who is Dr. Rahman? Hear her thoughts- raw and unfiltered.

Two disagree over Facebook: Is there a limit to the number of friends if you’re outside? How do you deal with the loneliness? Has COVID highlighted our inability to spend time alone with ourselves? What’s acceptable risk for you?

67 years old and she exercises daily. .for her health, for her stress, for her enjoyment. Setting an example of what’s possible. She shares her helpful tips.

“Shift away from any old, limiting ideas and move forward. The time is now— the power is you!

There was so much to discuss, we will need a Part 2

The day after the US Presidential election.. and how are you?

Malcolm X described the black woman was the most disrespected, unprotected and neglected woman in America. Recently MadameNoire magazine asked 50 black women to describe their experience of living in America in 3 words. What would be your 3 words?

With all the craziness, fear, and general angst during the Covid pandemic - I wonder is there a better place, a better city, a better country that I can go to? Reflections on “a better place”..

Pandemics, illness, stay-at-home mandates, lay-offs, short on money, kids home 24/7. I’m overstressing, over eatting, over indulging.. What other options are there? Consider the “inner smile” to help rid anxiety.Mental alchemy to turn negative into positives thoughts,

Today’s strong black women knows herself. She knows when to seek out therapy to stay mentally strong. However, it’s not that easy when she is looking for black female mental health professional. Hear one women’s story..

Born with XX chromosomes. Assigned female at birth. Now living his life as an African American transgender male. Hear the journey and ongoing challenges of this transgender male. Learn why he continues to need GYN care. A thought provoking episode..

Wellness involves more than lack of illness. Part of living includes having meaningful relationships. Probably the most meaningful is the male female relationship. One brave black man expresses his opinion about dating and finding the right woman.

In excruciating detail, listen to a woman share her story of pain and ultimately healing. She talks about coming from a family of “big women” and how she successfully lost weight, years of domestic abuse and finally be ready to embrace life.