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The live Bonfire Podcast recognizes teens as a spark for change. Each episode amplifies young voices and focuses on specific issues important to today’s youth. Our therapists, Stephanie Heitkemper and Camp Director, Joel Van Egbert are joined each week by


    • Jul 21, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    Bonfire Podcast: Camp Jojo Campanion #1 "Olivia"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 38:25


    This week the Bonfire Podcast is going to camp! Join us each day as we talk about our ongoing virtual camp, meet campers and share some jokes and positive ideas to help you take care of yourself and others. Today we spoke with Olivia, a spunky little slytherin with some big ideas! Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bonfire-pod/message

    Ep. 3: As a Black woman, I can't ever stop thinking about racism. It's not a choice; it's my reality. An Interview with Natachi Onwuamaegbu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 27:30


    Exclusive Interview: As a Black woman, I can't ever stop thinking about racism. It's not a choice; it's my reality. Written by: Natachi Onwuamaegbu https://www.seattletimes.com/life/as-a-black-woman-i-cant-stop-thinking-about-racism-its-my-reality/?fbclid=IwAR290hOBfNbGMgPg8m2FmnW-8i9aJ4_qacytsVQcXquRhcOG_GgTuuleg5A --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bonfire-pod/message

    Ep. 2: Positive Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 65:41


    Camp Jojo proudly presents Bonfire, a special podcast designed to elevate the voices of young adults that are hoping to spark change in the world. “Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others” - Brene Brown Episode 2 is focused on maintaining positive boundaries during this emotional time. "To post, or not to post - that is the questions" We discuss the changing voice of social media and the responsibility of being an advocate. We share some ways to share your thoughts in positive way through art, music and research. Journal: Evaluate your boundaries- personal, mental/physical health, family, education. Do you have Grief boundaries? How have you paced your social media? Homework: "As a Black woman, I can't ever stop thinking about racism. It's not a choice; it's my reality." Written by: Natachi Onwuamaegbu https://www.seattletimes.com/life/as-a-black-woman-i-cant-stop-thinking-about-racism-its-my-reality/?fbclid=IwAR290hOBfNbGMgPg8m2FmnW-8i9aJ4_qacytsVQcXquRhcOG_GgTuuleg5A Resources: Books: Kindred Film: The Last Black Man in San Francisco Music: Noname App: The Launchpad free digital workbook to overcome biases and systemic racism (@launchpadplanner) Need Support? Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255, text TALK to 38255 Text HELLO to 741741 www.crisistextline.org American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: www.afsp.org Trevor Project, saving young LGBTQ lives: 1-866-488-7386/ Text TREVOR 1-202-304-1200 Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860 Text START 741-741to be put in contact with a crisis counselor --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bonfire-pod/message

    Ep 1: Black Lives Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2020 62:12


    Bonfire is a special podcast designed to elevate the voices of young adults hoping to spark change in the world. Episode 1 is focused on supporting black lives and understanding the emotions we are feeling. Journal: How are the current issues affecting you, what have you done, what do you plan to do. How are you checking in with yourself to make sure your actions and emotions are sustainable. Resources: Do the Right Thing, The Hate You Give, Malcom Gladwell's Blink --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bonfire-pod/message

    Join Us Around the Bonfire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2020 0:56


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