Being Brown Let's Talk Mental Health. Real People, Real Stories. Dismantling Mental Health Stigma's One Story At A Time. Everyone has a story, what story will you tell?
Join Being Brown, as we speak with CEO of Winter Sunrise, INC: Africa Coardes, about the stigma surrounding Borderline Personality Disorder, and the importance of empowering black women and girls to overcome mental barriers in order to live fulfilling lives.
6/26/2021 • 18 minutes, 1 second
Finding Purpose in Your Community.
Happy Pride Month! This month we had the opportunity to sit down with our very own creative journalist @fairleylloyd to discuss, Anxiety, Depression and her own experiences identifying as Black + Queer, and the challenges this community goes through to be accepted in the world.
6/18/2021 • 25 minutes, 3 seconds
The Power of Healing.
“We all have the power to heal, not only for ourselves but for generations to come. @beingbrownllc talks with @apriannsutton MSW-LCSWA about therapy and the power of healing. Follow Apriann’s Dear Young Girl Group on Facebook!
6/17/2021 • 23 minutes, 57 seconds
Misconceptions about Bipolar Disorder ft. BriAuna Daye
Joing Being Brown, LLC as we talk about the common misconceptions of Bipolar Disorder.
" As a Young Black woman in law school with Bipolar II Disorder, mental wellness is imperative to my health and success. I focus largely on incorporating self-care into my daily routine as I learn to cope. with the frequent highs and lows of having a mental disorder. The journey to. happiness and success are by far not an easy feat but I find incorporating leisure activities that I enjoy such as crafting and reading and spending time with. God truly keeps me grounded. Each day I strive to be the best version of myself and take on life's challenges with an optimistic attitude. and an expectation for greatness."
Resources for Bipolar Disorder:
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance:
https://www.dbsalliance.org/
National Alliance on Mental Illness
https://www.nami.org/Home
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4/9/2021 • 46 minutes, 53 seconds
The Law of Attraction ft. Vonnii (QMPH)
Being Brown catches up with Qualified Mental Health Professional Vonnii as she talks the Law of Attraction. Definitely a podcast you don't want to miss. “ The law of attraction is about fully embodying what you're trying to attract believing that it's already happening for you, then allowing it to happen”.
Please check out Vonnii's IG: @thatgirlvonnii and her YouTube channel https://youtube.com/c/ThatGirlVonnii for more Mental Health Tips, and Lifestyle.
3/24/2021 • 38 minutes, 4 seconds
The Importance of Checking Up on Your Friends.
Your homegirls' gon' always keep it real. Someone you can confide in about anything, including your mental health. Join me as I catch up with my good homegirl Shantique as we talk about her new business venture and the importance of mental-health check-ins with your homegirls.
3/8/2021 • 29 minutes, 43 seconds
Taking Care of Your Mental Health as an Influencer and a Entrepreneur
Social media has become the most influential and essential virtual space for entrepreneurs and influencers. But how do we take care of ourselves when our engagement with people and social media is crucial to our business success?
Join us as we sit down with Media Mogul @itsbiancabee as we discuss balancing our mental health while also discussing her mental health journey as an entrepreneur, author, and an influencer