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Host: Diane Gil, KeyKey Hussein Moore Guests: Rastonya Lee M.Ed, LPC Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of the Now What Podcast, Diane and KeKey are joined by special guest Rastonya Lee, M.Ed, LPC who shares her experience and encouragement for all of us to take care of ourselves, so that we can take care of those we love. Episode Summary: The episode includes personal experiences from Rastonya Lee’s childhood growing up in the suburbs during the white rush era, and the types of services offered by Serene Tranquility Counseling Services for achieving mental wellness and behavioral health. We also discuss the importance of self care and mental wellness especially during these uncertain times, in addition to simple steps to make self care a priority now. Diane and KeKey make a personal commitment to self care. Key Points: The stigma associated with self care has come a long way, but communities of color are still most challenged by resources to meet their basic needs (food, water, shelter,etc) often resulting in self care being last on the priority list. It is not uncommon for people with access to resources (financial, private insurance, support systems) to have both a psychiatrist and/or therapist for maintaining mental wellness and also prioritize self care in their daily life. Self-care is fundamental to knowing how to ‘bring in balance’ from both negative and positive polarities. One can and most often will experience mental decline and/or have a difficult time coping when the mental state is out of its natural alignment with self. Therapy is a form of life coaching, career planning, individual, marriage and couples, children and teenagers— counseling. It helps us achieve everything we ‘seek’ to be, by aligning oneself with the correct theoretical orientation that fits their needs. Cognitive Based Therapy (CBT) aims to improve mental health. CBT focuses on challenging and changing unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors, improving emotional regulation, and the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems. One type of CBT is Self Care SPEMS (Social, Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual) which teaches 5 modules, concepts, interventions, and coping mechanisms for mental wellness. Some tips for self-care include: Live Healthy, eat healthy foods, get enough sleep, exercise regularly, and avoid drugs and alcohol. Manage stress and go for regular medical check-ups. Practice good hygiene. Good hygiene is important for social, medical, and psychological reasons in that it not only reduces the risk of illness, but it also improves the way others view you and how you view yourself. See friends to build your sense of belonging. Consider joining a support group to make new friends. Try to do something you enjoy every day. That might mean dancing, watching a favorite TV show, working in the garden, painting or reading. Find ways to relax, like meditation, yoga, getting a massage, taking a bath or walking in the woods. Call To Actions: BREAK THE STIGMA TIED TO MENTAL HEALTH, SELF CARE, MENTAL ILLNESS Look for opportunities to practice self care on your own. Give yourself permission to seek support anytime you are your questioning ability or awareness. Contact Rastonya Lee, LPC for a free consultation: https://counselingtranquility.com/ Resources: Rastonya Lee LPC SereneTranquility Rastonya Lee Therapist Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/703960 If you or someone you know is in a crisis, seek help immediately: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Call 800-273-TALK (8255). Text the Crisis Text Line – Text NAMI to 741-741 CALL 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) NAMI - https://www.nami.org/home Dial 2-1-1 from your cell phone to get in touch with your local non-profit operating 24 hours a day, 365 days each year to access resources and aid in mental health, support groups and counseling services. Listen to other episodes: https:// podcasts.apple.com/ us/podcast/now-what/ id1439125172 Rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps more people discover us and stay connected with things that matter. Tell us what you want to hear, and where you're listening from by completing this brief survey https://survey.libsyn.com/dianegil REACH US: Contact: connect@cultivatewithcourage.com Instagram/Twitter: @dianegil_cwc Facebook: KeKey Moore, Now What Podcast This episode was executive produced by: LG Media Episode show notes by: Diane Gil
Host: Diane Gil Co-Host: KeKey Hussein Guest: Anthony Gil Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of the Now What Podcast, Diane and KeKey are joined by a sport enthusiast, Mr. David Anthony Gil to talk about the NBA protest during playoffs and the real reason behind the players taking the stand. Episode Summary: The episode revolves around talking about sports players and their participation in activist movements. We also talk about recent happenings at NBA and touch bases with cases in the past. The fans’ reactions are also discussed in this episode. Back Story: Sunday, August 23rd: Jacob Blake, an unarmed black men was shot and injured by a police officer about 40 miles outside of where the NBA team championship contender Milwaukee Bucks play basketball. Wednesday, August 26th: Three games were scheduled, one being Milwaukee Bucks Vs. Orlando Magic. The Milwaukee Bucks decided moments before the game that they will not be playing. Main Takeaways: Majority of the NBA players aren’t coming from privileged homes, they have experienced these struggles first hand which is why it’s totally understandable for them to support their fans and stand for them. The Milwaukee Bucks and WNBA used their platform to support the movement and take a stand. In 2016, Colin Kaepernick tried to peacefully protest about what he thought was unjust but not enough people stood with him which led him to be blackballed. Call-To-Action: Don’t be judgemental about athletes taking a stand. Understand how they might be feeling and support them using their platform Listen to other episodes: https:// podcasts.apple.com/ us/podcast/now-what/ id1439125172 Rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts , it helps more people discover us and stay connected with things that matter. Tell us what you want to hear, and where you're listening from by completing this brief survey: https://survey.libsyn.com/dianegil REACH US: Contact: connect@cultivatewithcourage.com Website: www.dianegil.com Join us at: www.facebook.com/thenowwhatpodcast This episode was executive produced by: LG Media Episode show notes by: Tanishka Kherajani
Host: Diane Gil Co-Host: KeKey Huessein Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of the Now What Podcast, Diane is joined by her co-host KeKey to talk about the purpose and history of National Conventions. Episode Summary: Both Diane and KeKey share their personal highlights from the 2020 National Conventions. The episode is packed with noteworthy observations and strong opinions. Notable Facts: September, 1831: Anti-Masonic Party held the first National Presidential Nominating Convention. Back in the time, there were no elections held before the convention and the candidate was selected during the convention. Conventions are designed to sell a specific candidate and give them the opportunity to talk to the masses about their agenda and position on issues. Voters can make an informed decision by hearing the party’s agenda in these conventions. Voters also get to understand what the party’s 5 year and 10 year plans look like. Highlights From The Conventions: The DNC covered issues like a plan to address Covid-19, $15 minimum pay increase, healthcare reforms, and other real life issues. DNC activated the spirit of healing and unity that every American is feeling. There were a significant number of lifelong Republicans at the DNC who endorsed Joe Biden over Donald Trump. Barack Obama spoke about the expectations of leadership in Democracy. Obama believes that Donald Trump has misused and abused the office of Presidency to help him and his friends enrich themselves. RNC nominated Donald Trump as the president. Donald Trump avoided every issue people of colour are facing in America during the RNC. RNC saw a lack of diversity. Black and brown faces were amplified but their thoughts weren’t. RNC took a very aggressive tone. Many speakers spoke directly against peaceful protests. Call To Actions: Make sure you’re registered to vote. www.vote.org Make sure adults around you, friends and family are registered to vote. Consider being a poll worker to ensure fair voting. Listen to other episodes: https:// podcasts.apple.com/ us/podcast/now-what/ id1439125172 Rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps more people discover us and stay connected with things that matter. Tell us what you want to hear, and where you're listening from by completing this brief survey: https://survey.libsyn.com/dianegil REACH US: Contact: connect@cultivatewithcourage.com Website: www.dianegil.com Instagram/Twitter: @dianegil_cwc Join us at: https://www.facebook.com/TheNowWhatPodcast This episode was executive produced by: LG Media Episode show notes by: Tanishka Kherajani
Host: Diane Gil Co-Host: Antonio Moore Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of the Now What Podcast, Diane is joined by Antonio Moore to talk about Senator Kamala Harris who was elected as Joe Biden's running mate for Vice President. Episode Summary: The episode revolves around Kamala Harris’ work as a prosecutor as well as her selection as Joe Biden’s running mate for Vice President. It also discusses her history as a prosecutor and the allegations made on her. Notable Facts: August 11th, 2020 was an historic day for America as Senator Kamala Harris was named as Joe Bidens running mate for Vice President. Kamala Harris is the first woman of color to be placed on the ballot for a major political party. Kamala Harris’ father is Jamaican and her mother is Indian. She was born in America, she’s a black American. Kamala’s values have been grounded in doing the brave work to use the law to uphold injustices throughout her adult life. Kamala is educated, sophisticated, and politically powerful. She is who we need to shut down the patriarchy in America. Call-To-Actions: Listeners should do their own research on Kamala starting with; Her success in taking down predatory for profit colleges, including canceling the debts of those impacts Her support to make lynching a Federal Crime Her support of legislation to ban police hold, like the one that killed Eric Gardner and George Floyd. Her record of creating creative policies such as Back on Track, to give non violent first time offenders alternative options (such as boot camp) rather than sending them into the criminal justice system. Her success in creating a new path for juvenile sex workers by creating safe houses, support and treatment when she had a chance to convict them for crime. Her success in creating a public database of violent encounters between the police and the public. Winning 16 billion increase in funds in the middle of the foreclosure crisis Register to vote and encourage others to register too. Share a registration screenshot with us on: connect@cultivatewithcourage.com to receive a special gift in your inbox from the Now What Podcast. Listen to other episodes: https:// podcasts.apple.com/ us/podcast/now-what/ id1439125172 Rate and leave a review on iTunes, it helps more people discover us and stay connected with things that matter. Tell us what you want to hear, and where you're listening from by completing this brief survey: https://survey.libsyn.com/dianegil REACH US: Contact: connect@cultivatewithcourage.com Website: www.dianegil.com Instagram/Twitter: @dianegil_cwc Join us at: www.facebook.com/groups/cultivatewithcourage YouTube: Cultivate With Courage This episode was executive produced by: LG Media Episode show notes by: Tanishka Kherajani
Host: Diane Gil Co-Host: KeKey Huessein Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of the Now What Podcast, Diane is joined by her co-host KeKey to talk about political keywords commonly used. Kekey Huessein who has a vast political background along with Diane Gil who is a political enthusiast share several political terms and their meaning. They also share resources for voting and how every individual can contribute. Key Terms Liberal: The fundamental ideals of liberalism are: Freedom of Speech Freedom of Press Right to Process Equality Under the Law The US was the first country to be founded on the idea of liberalism and all Americans are essentially liberals. Conservative: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conservatism Progressive: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progressivism Independent: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independent_politician Republican Party: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Republican_Party_(United_States) Democratic Party: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Democratic_Party_(United_States) Resources: https://www.vote.org/ Call To Actions: Make sure you’re registered to vote. Make sure adults around you, friends and family are registered to vote. Donate a minimum of $3 to https://www.vote.org/ so they can continue their work. Listen to other episodes: https:// podcasts.apple.com/ us/podcast/now-what/ id1439125172 Rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps more people discover us and stay connected with things that matter. REACH US: Contact: connect@cultivatewithcourage.com Website: www.dianegil.com/podcast Join Us: https://www.facebook.com/TheNowWhatPodcast/ Instagram/Twitter: @dianegil_cwc This episode was executive produced by: LG Media Episode show notes by: Tanishka Kherajani
Host: Diane Gil Co-Host: KeKey Huessein Episode Introduction: In this episode of the Now What Podcast, Diane is joined by your favorite co-host KeKey Moore to discuss the removal of confederate statues and symbols across America. Episode Summary: The discussion revolves around the ongoing demands for the removal of confederate statues and symbols across the United States. Several historical facts are discussed and the conversation also connects listeners with another example of how the current education system is failing the youth of all races on the true history of America. Notable Facts & Statistics: According to a poll conducted by the Pew research group: 48% of Americans believe that the Civil War was for the State’s rights. 38% of Americans know that Slavery was the cause. 9% of Americans believe that both of: the State’s rights as well as Slavery were the cause for Civil War. American education doesn’t give the full story on the origins of the Civil War. KeyKey shares evidence that slavery was the cause of the American Civil War: All 11 states issued Articles of Successions. The articles states the continuation of slavery was the reason for Civil War and these were written by confederate leaders of that time. Statues, monuments and flags from that period represent white supremacy. The confederate flag was adapted as the state flag. United Daughters of the Confederacy are responsible for the majority of these monuments being erected. Demand for removal of Confederate statues & symbols initiated from the country’s military. Sources: Pew Research Center Fact Tank - What caused the Civil WarUnited Daughters of the Confederacy Declaration of Causes: February 2, 1861 - A declaration of the causes which impel the State of Texas to secede from the Federal Union. Dept. of Defense Memorandum - to the force on the display of flags Quote Worthy Content: “Romanticizing of the confederacy needs to end.” Antonio Moore Listen to other episodes Rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts , it helps more people discover us and stay connected with things that matter. Tell us what you want to hear, and where you're listening from by completing this brief survey: https://survey.libsyn.com/dianegil REACH US: Contact: connect@cultivatewithcourage.com Website: www.dianegil.com Instagram/Twitter: @dianegil_cwc Join us at: www.facebook.com/groups/cultivatewithcourage This episode was executive produced by: LG Media Episode show notes by: Tanishka Kherajani Music by: Alex Maldonado
Hello Sweet Souls!! This week marks the 100th episode of I'm Awake! Now What? Podcast in which case where ever this episode finds you join us in celebrating this important milestone in the history of the podcast!!! Welcome back to Week 2 of the Summer Series: "Releasing Religion, Inner Healing, and Coming Home to Yourself" with your host Krista Xiomara Week 2 is all about Doubt and Walking Away from your religion of origin. Krista Xiomara discusses the process of beginning to doubt what you are taught and how questioning is a healthy step in the process of walking away. She navigates the listeners through examples of how doubt began to arise in her religious experience. She shares a wounding story that took her away from herself and how this particular moment in her church community taught her to be dishonest in the face of a community that was preaching honesty in parallel. This is one of many contradictions she would confront in her life with Catholicism. She provides practical steps to walk away, ideas for what kind of support you may need and reminds the listener to trust themselves along the whole process. Please head over to YouTube for a video production of this episode and follow along with Krista Xiomara's powerpoint presentation Podcast Listeners and YouTube Followers are encouraged to participate in the weekly journal entries and reflection prompts. To share your participation and reflections you can send messages the podcast at ianwpodcast@gmail.com or DM your host @ianwpodcast on Instagram.
Today on I'm Awake! Now What? Podcast, your host Krista Xiomara sits down with Jeroen de Wit--Spiritual Psychologist, Art Therapist, Reiki Healer and Past Life Regression Practitioner. His life work is centered around empowering people to live authentically through his healing modalities. We discuss Jeroen's spiritual path and how he fully embodied his being on his spiritual journey. Jeroen walks us through what a past life regression therapy session encompasses and how this powerful method can liberate and restore our being. To find out more about Jeroen follow him on Instagram @jeroenislove Podcast Sponsors Saged: Stay aligned, connected and supported on your spiritual journey with Saged. Download Saged for free from you iPhone and Android app store. Vybrante Ventures: A company dedicated to unlocking the highest performance for individuals, teams and companies by igniting their vibrancy and innovation. Schedule your energy assessment and begin vibrating at a higher frequency to attract all the abundance you desire.
Welcome to The CrossPods Podcast. I’m Lydia Shompole, and this week we will be playing you an episode of I Am Awake! Now What Podcast hosted by Krista Alvarado.In this episode, Krista speaks with Anika Spencer who is an author and yoga instructor who discusses her departure from the Mormon Church. This episode dives into the challenges of navigating away from her religion of origin, while simultaneously shielding her parents from the inevitable disappointment one can feel when their child decides to leave. Anika talks about forgiving the Mormon Church, healing herself through Yoga and spiritual practices, and how it’s not easy to leave your religion of origin.You can follow Krista on Facebook and Instagram @ianwpodcast
Martellus Bennett, author, writer, creator of the imagination agency, stopped by to talk about his ventures into multimedia production, writing a kids book, and much more in episode 52 of the Now What? Podcast.
Missouri City, Texas' own King Keraun is an internet personality who first garnered attention on Vine, and later Instagram. He turned his ever growing fanbase into an appearance on HBO's Insecure and ABC's Black-ish. The son of a former NFL player, King Keraun was in and out of jail as a youth and his acting career was not even considered a possibility until he tired of the fast life he was living.
Former Houston Texan All-Pro running back Arian Foster joined the Madd Hatta Morning Show to discuss life after football, his budding rap career, starting a podcast that has helped shaped his views about God and the world around him.
Happy New Year Sweet Souls! Thank you for listening to I'm Awake! Now What? Podcast. It's been an amazing year and to start your 2019 out right, I'm releasing "A Year in Funnies" from Season 1 and Season 2 outtakes and bloopers. Thank you to my amazing guests who have brought so much to this show and have helped me grow and expand as a human being. I'm eternally grateful and filled with love for each and every guest! Follow this podcast on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @ianwpodcast
In the first episode of the Navigating through "Now What?" Podcast, Karen Kodzik of Cultivating Careers sits down the speculative fiction author David Bruns. Bruns discusses his long and winding road from nuclear submarine commander to corporate executive to writer. www.cultivatingcareers.com www.davidbruns.com
Are you a school dropout? Are you a former, or current student? Ever asked yourself the question "School's Over...Now What?" In this episode Shawn talks about the following:•What “School’s Over..Now What?” Podcast is about•Helping you find the career or start the business you can’t stop thinking about•Getting paid what you desire•How to turn your passion into a realityShawn will bring you relevant and practical episodes each week, giving you the tools, and information to get started on a path towards starting the career, or business of your dreams. Each week we will bring you an inspiring person who has asked themselves this very same question , or a message to help you unlock your inner gift.
Welcome to the debut of "School’s Over...Now What?" The podcast! Hosted by Shawn Anthony, this podcast is for thought leaders, school drop outs, former, and current students to find out what's next after they do, or don't cross that stage! In this episode Shawn talks about the following:•What “School’s Over..Now What?” Podcast is and who it is for.•Defining what you are good at •The ability of bringing people together •Unlocking your potential Shawn will bring you relevant and practical episodes each week, giving you the tools, and information to get started on a path towards starting the career, or business of your dreams. Each week we will bring you an inspiring person who has asked themselves this very same question , or a message to help you unlock your inner gift. Shawn tells you his own story, of identifying his gift at a very young age. Opening up about his past and how his mindset shifted after having early success while in college.
Sweet Souls! I'm Awake! Now What? Podcast will return July 15, 2018 for Season 2!!! With all new guests and amazing new content to help you on your spiritual journey! Make sure to keep your podcast subscription up to date! Rate, review and share this podcast. Follow this podcast on Twitter at @ImAwakeNowWhat1 and Instagram at @ianwpodcast. Love and Light!