BookerTea

In this episode, we discuss the importance of preparing for a long-term committed relationship/partnership such as marriage. We share some common barriers that hinder accessibility to not only pre-marital counseling, but all other forms of counseling. In addition, we talk about how useful pre-marital counseling was for us! We share the importance of individual healing, especially in stressful times such as these. Here are some of the resources that we share throughout the episode. We found that these were helpful to us or are available to those who may be interested to utilize them. Books; The Five Languages of Apology, The 5 Love Languages, & The 5 Love Languages of children, all by Gary Chapman. Resources for counseling; (community resources) -Religious/local places of worship -Non profit groups -University campuses -Insurance providers -211 (call for referrals) -Employee assistances programs - Prepare/Enrich; https://www.enrichyourrelationship.com(explore finding couples' counselor!)

In this episode, we start a much needed conversation on celebrating fatherhood, sharing Storm Booker's experience as a new-young father; while debunking myths about black fatherhood. We briefly touch on overall challenges that fathers/parents face in our community but there will be a part 2 to fully explore this topic!

BookerTEA☕️ Podcast; Wondering what's the tea on Love, Marriage, Culture, Parenthood, Education & Entrepreneurship & everything in-between? We invite your to sip tea and tackle topics affecting our African/Black community. The purpose of this podcast is to encourage, educate, empower & inspire our community in various aspects of life!