Come join us as we strip away the taboo of talking about mental health and anxiety. Hear from mental health professionals, organizations and black women sharing their experiences as we break down the complexities and explore ways to heal and support each other. Tune in, stay for a while and heal. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/black-girls-have-anxiety-too/support
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On Mother's Day in 2020, I created my podcast to help people in the community to better understand themselves, others, and a range of topics to support mental health, wellbeing, and ability to thrive as your true self. I share my experience and knowledge with you and have intimate conversations with a range of professionals on topics including depression, anxiety, dating and relationships, sex and masturbation, racism, alternative health, medications, and more. The discussions are "up close ...
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Single Mother by Choice (former co-host of The Mocha SMC Podcast) Hera McLeod teams up with her precocious nine year old daughter Estela for the podcast "Seeking Different". The Mom and Kid duo explore what it looks like to navigate the world as a non-traditional family. They discuss hot topics such as donor sibling relationships, family travel, school choice, race relations, and navigating the playground.
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Real estate investing can mean so many different things to people working in so many different areas of real estate. One thing they can all agree on is that the journey always starts out with the rush, the thrill of making a new investment, the anxiety of wanting – and needing – to find your first deal and hope it’s a winner.But is there a way out of the rat race?Welcome to My Cashflow Academy’s Investors Corner. In this program, you will learn from other real-life real estate investors shar ...
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Hot Topics - Transgenders & Tips for Growing Older
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WE ARE BACK! After a two-week hiatus we are back. Summertime began and we took much needed time off. In this episode we start with a short chat about transgenders. I conclude tonight's episode with ten tips about aging. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support…
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Have you ever thought about life and how it can continue to be the same, or at least very similar, as we age? What I mean by being the same is that we still walk, talk and are nearly just as active in our 60's and 70's as we are/were in our 50's and 40's. As we age, we don't have to stop having fun and living life. …
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I am soooo sorry for being late this week. The weekend was busy with work, hospitals and call. Forgive me. JOIN OUR PANEL OF MEN AS WE DISCUSS MENTAL HEALTH. It gets personal and all of these men have sexy brains! Join us for this panel discussion that is full of gems and will keep you laughing. Join CEOs, a physician, a lawyer, and a mental health…
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Hey-hey! I'm on the couch with author, Shenise Truesdell. She wrote the book, "Girl, Let Go or Be Dragged." As stated by Shenise, "it's a girlfriend's guide to not getting played or playing herself". Ladies, answer this question honestly: 1. Have you felt foolish or stupid during any phase of a relationship? Shenise will share with us some of her p…
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I am on the couch with Sonny Etienne, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Addiction Professional, and a National Certified Counselor. A graduate of Florida Memorial University, he studied Religion and Philosophy and Counseling Psychology at Trinity International University. Mr. Sonny is the founder of Introspective Counseling Services, …
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Are You Ready to Take the Couch?®️ This episode was recorded live at one of our LIVE podcast events. It is full of several gems and lots of useful information. Two board-certified Ob/GYNs and a Trauma Informed Board-Certified Kink Conscious Sex Therapist with a Doctorate in Clinical Sexology joins me on the couch to engage a chat about a woman's in…
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Alternative Health for Your Mental Health
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Are You Ready to Take the Couch? ®️ Join us on the couch with Dr. Delvena and experts in alternative health practices. This show was recorded LIVE inside of the Victory Black Box Theater at the LA Lee YMCA in Sistrunk, Ft. Lauderdale. This is right on time for Mental Health Awareness Month. This is our 1st episode of season 5, yall! Yaaaaaasssss! J…
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Mental Health Awareness with Joanna Majoko
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Are You Ready to Take the Couch?®️We end season 4 of The Brain Love Podcast with an episode about music and mental health. It's Mental Health Awareness Month and Joanna Majoko is on the couch. We recorded this episode live on my YouTube Channel - Dr. Delvena Thomas. If you haven't subscribed, SUBSCRIBE, please. Vocalist, composer and bandleader Joa…
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We are opening Mental Health Awareness Month with comedy by featuring, The Original Bad Girl of Comedy, LUENELL. Are You Ready to Take the Couch?®️ Dr. Delvena is on the couch with THE bad girl, MS. LUENELL. Who's shrinking who??? Luenell is being 'shrinked' by the shrink, or maybe "Dr". Luenell is shrinking the shrink! YOU KNOW HOW MS. LUENELL DOE…
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Are You Ready to Take the Couch?®️Tonight I'm on the couch with G. Wright Muir. She is an LGBTQ+ advocate and writer. She’s the co-founder and executive director of the nonprofit BLINC (Black LGBTQ+ Liberation, Inc). G has been partnering with her pal Nik Harris to produce the “Thou Art Woman” event series since 2014. They later founded BLINC to ex…
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APRIL IS ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH. Three years ago on April 18, I interviewed Richard Johnson about his struggles with alcohol addiction. He openly shared how as a "happy" man, who was happily married, was comfortable with money, his job, family, and cars he overindulged in alcohol. Alcoholism is not always about trauma and sadness. Sometimes we bec…
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Hey hey! I missed you all this past Sunday because I was at military and the week leading up to that was sick SICK. I was unable to prep an episode so here it is. five days late but it's here! I'm on the couch with "Christina". She was an alcoholic and has been able to achieve sobri…
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Unshackled - The Black Girl's Journey to Getting Financially Free - Author Dr Paris Woods
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Dr Paris Woods EdD grew up in a single parent low income household and knew from a young age that education was her way out of poverty. What she didn't learn was about how money works. Hear her story of getting buried in debt at 18 and thinking this is normal, to many other poor choices following poor advice, to her sharing her tips on how she got …
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Menopause Part II - Ask the Questions
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I am back with Dr. Linda Green, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology. This part 2 to last week's episode which was my interview with Dr. Green. We talked all things women and aging with a focus on menopause. Are You Ready to Take the Couch? ®️In this episode you will hear questions from the audience and our answers things like: 1. how do I know when my vagi…
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“Navigating Menopause: Understanding the Transition”
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Join us for an insightful episode as Dr. Linda Green and I delve into the often-misunderstood topic of menopause. Are You Ready to Take the Couch? ®️ From hot flashes to mood swings, menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life that deserves understanding and support. In this episode, we 1. explore the physical and emotional changes that accompan…
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH®️ In this episode of “Love Lab,” join our expert love and dating coach, Dr. Josya Charles Laurent, as she and I dive deep into the intricacies of modern dating. It’s a chat about the dos and don’ts, building healthy relationships, exploring the foundations of a strong and fulfilling partnership, from effective commun…
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Breaking the Silence: Let's Talk About Uterine Fibroids
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Hey everyone, tonight I want to shine a light on a topic that affects millions of women worldwide: uterine fibroids. These non-cancerous growths in the uterus can cause a range of symptoms, from heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pain to fertility issues. My guest tonight, Mrs. Christine Dukes-Hart, LCSW, nearly lo…
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TONIGHT is Relationship Talk with AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Educator, Renee Burwell, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MPA. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? I am chatting with Renee Burwell about different aspects of relationships including sexual abuse of men, challenges in personal relationships, a "90s kind of love" and much more. SUBSCR…
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Episode 081: The Night I Passed Out In The Club (Part 1) ft. Latoya D.
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LaToya De'Shaun joins host, Ashley Noz to talk about how living with chronic pain and fibroids has affected her life. From developing social anxiety, people pleasing and trying to create healthy family boundaries, LaToya shares the ups and downs of her journey. We also discuss how traveling was a part of her healing and how she found community all …
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Breath of Resilience: Navigating Life with Lung Cancer"
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Mareesha Phillips joins me on the couch tonight. She is a doula and a business paralegal, and she is surviving lung cancer. Living with lung cancer is a journey marked by resilience, challenges, and hope. It involves confronting difficult emotions, managing treatment side effects, and finding support systems while s…
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February is National Senior Independence Month. Join me on the couch to discuss mental aging and dementia. This is a brief presentation that includes ways to reduce your risks of developing dementia. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support…
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Host, Ashley Noz, kicks off the first episode of the Black Beauty Series with an insightful conversation with Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka, Founder of PsychoHairapy. She dives into the connection between mental health and hair in the Black community. Dr. Afiya shares how the origin of "PyschoHairapy" and emphasizes the importance of community in hair and b…
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Silent Parenting: Not Communicating with Your Child
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The fact that comedian Mo'Nique has cut off communication with her oldest son is trending. My guest tonight is Coach Z, and we are discussing, 'silent parenting'. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support
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Episode 079: Red Flags, Green Flags & The Rubberband Effect ft. Beaonca Ward
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In this episode, Ashley Noz invites Dating Coach, Beaonca Ward back to the pod to discuss navigating the early stages of dating and provide tips for recognizing red and green flags. They also talk about the role of conflict in relationships and how to manage it effectively. Beaonca breaks down the concepts of emotional maturity, authenticity, and c…
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Join us on the couch as this gentleman discusses his last relationship and moving on. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support
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Episode 078: Celebrating Black Trailblazers In Mental Health
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In this episode, host Ashley Noz pays homage to two Black trailblazers and their unique contributions to the field of mental health for Black History Month . The first is Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller, the first Black psychiatrist in the United States, who made significant contributions to the study of Alzheimer's disease. The second pioneer is Bibi Mo…
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Did you know that if you want to improve you can rewire Your brain's neural pathways? Join me on the couch as I break down the concept of neuroplasticity. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support
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Episode 077: 20 Years Without Tears ft. Aaron Johnson
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In this convo, Ashley Noz (host) and Aaron Johnson, Founder of Grief To Action, discuss the benefits of consensual, platonic touch and the impact it has on the nervous system. Aaron explains what touch plans are and how they can help release surpassed anger as well as the potential positive effects of touch on sleep, anxiety, depression, and disman…
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Season 2, Episode 11: Navigating the Thrills and Spills of Tween Crushes and Gossip
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Remember the flutters of first crushes and the buzz of schoolyard whispers? Together with my daughter Estela, we take a heartfelt plunge into the world of tween crushes and the ensuing gossip that can feel like navigating a minefield. We swap stories, with Estela offering a peek into the pulse of today's tween experiences, rife with the excitement …
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Join me on the couch tonight as I chat with with ladies in their 20s, 30s and 50s. I am in my 40s and I rep the ladies in their 40s! Why is dating so challenging? Most people get in their own way more than anything or anyone else. We fail because we’re stuck in our heads, self-sabotaging, or acting in a way that we …
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Episode 076: Breathing, Body Scans, and Twerking ft. Rebecca Nunez
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Host, Ashley Noz sits down with Rebecca Nunez again to dive deeper into at-home techniques for somatic healing, from breathwork to sensory stimulation. But first, they reflected on their Content Brunch in New York, their love for music and the random shenanigans that can happen on a night out in the city! Rebecca introduces the practice of body sca…
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Did you know that certain medications and nutritional deficiencies can make you feel depressed? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support
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Season 2, Episode 10: Defying Silence: A Mother's Memoir and the Fight for Children's Justice
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Hera and Estela bring you a new episode - that explains why they've taken a bit of a hiatus. They've both been writing books! And Hera has just released her memoir, ten years in the making, that's both deeply personal and universally touching. "Defying Silence," her memoir, unveils the heart-wrenching journey of losing her son and the struggle agai…
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Episode 075: Coming Out, Switching Careers & Being The "Only One" ft. Earnie
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In this episode, Ashley G is joined by Earnie Williams, also known as Coach E. They discuss personality assessments and team dynamics and explore the topic of generalized anxiety disorder. Coach E shares her personal experiences with anxiety and coming out to her family. The episode concludes with a discussion on therapy and healing. In this conver…
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The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, was anointed. I believe he was sent by God to direct the people. In the process, he was not excluded from the sins of man and the ways of the world. He was not exempt from serious mental illness, according to several on-line sources. It is reported that DR. MLK, JR suffered from bouts of depression and befor…
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Episode 074: The Anxiety Free Dietician ft. Dekeira Horne
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The anxious girls link up! Host, Ashley Noz sits down with the Anxious It Gworl herself, Dekeira Horne! Dekeira shares what inspired her to become a Dietician and how she educates people about where anxiety and food intersect! We discuss vitamins and minerals that can decrease your anxiety and what foods may be making your anxiety worse. --Podcast …
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Tonight, I am teaching you about liars. I will define the different types of liars, signs that someone may be lying to you and we will discuss how to cope in a relationship with someone who is a pathological liar. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support…
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The conversation tonight is the perfect conversation going into the new year. Minister and Board-Certified Christian Counselor Charles Smith is on the couch with me tonight to discuss his personal journey including growing up as a "PK Kid" to becoming a 14-year-old minister of music, a 17-year-old father, the additional detours along the way to bec…
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Episode 073: A Look Back at 2023 ft. Chid from BWDIK
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🔔This special crossover episode features host, Ashley Noz and (drumroll please…🥁) Chid from the “But What Do I Know” podcast! The 2 podcast hosts reflect on their favorite pop culture moments of the year, their personal accomplishments and how life was lifing all 2023! They also get into what they have learned about themselves, their attachment sty…
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Create massive cash flow with your home with this new law
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Create massive cash flow with your home with this new law Women in Investing Network (WiIN) Gloria is a partner in Riechers Engineering. They help homeowners create more housing and more profit through Additional Dwelling Unit, ADU’s and lot splitting to create more affordable housing allowed as part of California Senate Bill #SB9 with 25 lot split…
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Are you ready to take the couch?®️ Tonight we are discussing a free, effective way to deal with stress, anxiety, frustration, and/or fear in a matter of minutes. Join me! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support
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Learning new things and/or developing new hobbies is a great way to foster our mental wellness. My newest interest is the opera. I joined the Florida Opera Society as a lifetime member and am excited to attend my first opera. You guys know me. I share what I learn and what I know. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Before you ask, YES Black folks sin…
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Episode 072: Anxiety Check-In, S.A.D. and My Season of Rest
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Hey y’all, it's just me and you today! This is a anxiety check-in episode. We tap in to see where we’re feeling mentally and how anxiety is showing up in our lives. I share why Pranayama breathing is a new tool in my anxiety toolbox. I share some advice from my therapist about the importance of rest and do a refresher on S.A.D. (Seasonal Affective …
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I’m on the couch with Bianca, Tasha and sexologist, Dr. Yulinda Rahman. Tasha began masturbating at 5, and Bianca was 12. Is masturbation a sin? Is it an essential part of sexual development? ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brainlove/support…
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ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH?? I’m on the couch with Sabine and Gasline Dessources. We are talking about wellness - which includes appearance and how you feel. Gasline is a wig magician and Sabine has magic hands. BRAIN LOVE! Sabine Dessources, Owner of Dessources Therapeutic Touch, Inc 786.227.0614 IG: dessources.therapeutic or lavishtouchmassa…
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There are many benefits to sleeping 7-9 hours each night AND taking power naps. Power naps do not exceed 30 minutes and in some sources, don’t exceed 15-20 minutes. Are you a young, healthy guy with low sex drive and a soft penis? Maybe you are smoking too much weed and/or not sleeping enough. Tune into this episode. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH…
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Episode 071: Functional Psychiatric Medicine ft. Tiffany Smith
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Today, host, Ashley, chats with Dr. Tiffany Smith about what it means to be a Functional Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and the unique holistic ways that she approaches mental health with her patients. --Podcast Guest: Dr. Tiffany Smith, Functional Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tiffanymsmith Website: https:/…
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Some of my patients inspired this episode. Why do we self-sabotage? You may see this in your children? What do I mean by this? They wait until the last minute to do an assignment but know that they don't have the skill set to wait until the day of an assignment is due, to do an assignment. This is self-sabotage. ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? ---…
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Episode 070: Getting To My Enough ft. Dr. Marie Brown Mercadel
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*Trigger Warning: discussions of child abuse and childhood trauma Today, we sit down with Author, Dr. Marie Brown Mercadel, to discuss her journey through self-healing after a tumultuous and traumatic childhood. Dr. Marie shares the power of forgiveness, overcoming shame and how to move from being a victim to becoming a survivor. We learn about the…
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