Join Kim, Marquia, and Ednesha as they talk about communication! Communication is more than just words exchanged… it shapes relationships with yourself and others, our understanding, and ultimately, our well-being. Whether it's spoken or unspoken, communication brings us together, keeps us together and can separate us, or tears us apart. And there are so many things that make up communication: from the words we use, the way we say it, the cadence, the tone, our body language etc.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/black-woman-be-whole/message ..read more

Join Ednesha, Marquia, and Kim for a great discussion about the new year. We’re talking about the New Year and the various resolutions, vision boards, goals and planning that we often talk about every New Year. What does the New Year represent for you? For some of us it represents another chance in life, another year to live, another year in which you can live out your dreams. time of rejoicing and of serious introspection, a time to celebrate the completion of another year while also taking stock of one's life and looking ahead. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod ..read more

Join Ednesha, Marquia, and Kim for a great discussion with Katara McCarty, Founder of EXHALE⁠, the first emotional well-being app designed specifically for Black Women and Women of Color. EXHALE recently published “⁠The State of Self-Care for Black Women⁠” report, providing an in-depth look at Black Women's experience with mental, emotional, and physical health. Some of the findings were: Nearly half of the Black Women surveyed indicate that stress impacts their daily lives, and 25% report being hospitalized or needing medical care due to stress. An overwhelming 76% think there is a prevalenc ..read more

Join Marquia, Ednesha, and Kim for a great discussion with Dr. LaWanda Hill Bout burnout. “Burn-out is a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is characterized by feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion, increased mental distance from one's job, feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one's job, and reduced professional efficacy. Burnout can show up in a lot of different ways Dr. Hill is the owner of Dr. LaWanda Hill, LLC, and Hill Psychological and Consultation Services. Dr. Hill holds both a Doctorate of P ..read more

Join Marquia, Ednesha, and Kim for a great discussion about healing journeys. Healing is not linear, and because you are healing or have healed from something, it's okay if you still get triggered or revisit the same issue. When you think of healing/being healed, what does that look like/mean for you? What are some ways that your triggers show up for you? When you think of a thing/person/incident, you’re healing from. Is there a specific scenario that comes to mind and how do you handle when those old feelings pop up? What or who are the supports you have in place as you navigate your healing ..read more

Join Ednesha, Marquia, and Kim for a discussion about Social Wellness Month July is considered Social Wellness Month as well as BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, National family Reunion Month, National Watermelon month, National Black Family Month, and National Grilling Month amongst other things. Since the early 2000s it’s been used as a way to encourage people to practice healthy social behaviors and build meaningful relationships with others. Social wellness is all about fostering positive connections, not just with family and friends, but also with our communities, colleagues, and stra ..read more

Join Kim, Marquia, and Ednesha as they discuss the importance of mid-year check-ins We're halfway through 2023 and we thought it would be fitting to discuss mid year check in and making the most of the rest of your year. Looking at the things you said you were going to do, the things that you said were important to you and checking in to see if those things are still relevant and how you're doing with them.  The most basic question you can ask yourself is How am I doing so far on the personal and professional goals I set for this year?  How do you feel about what has happened thi ..read more

Join Ednesha, Kim, and Marquia as they talk about the harmful and unsustainable Strong Black Woman trope. As a result, we are suffering from depression and anxiety, and sacrificing our mental, emotional, and physical health trying to live up to this unrealistic expectation. Black women need support from their families, and communities, to be vulnerable and to redefine what "strong" really means. For more information on Black Woman Be Whole, check out the links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackwomanbewhole/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackwomanbewhole/ ***We want to hear ..read more

Join, Ednesha, Kim, and Marquia as they discuss self-care, the messages they received about self-care, and the impact of that on them now.  They examine what is it like being a Black woman who chooses to focus on self-care, while trying to not feeling selfish, and the many ways they access self-care. Lastly, they talk about their decision to be self-care advocates and what they want Black women to know about the importance of taking care of themselves. For more information on Black Woman Be Whole, check out the links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackwomanbewhole/ Facebook ..read more

Join Marquia, Ednesha, and Kim for a great discussion with Dr. Brenda M. Greene the founder and executive director of the Center for Black Literature (CBL), director of the National Black Writers Conference (NBWC), and professor of English at Medgar Evers College. She has taught at the Board of Education before becoming director of the Right to Read Program at Malcolm King College Harlem Extension; served on many committees at Medgar Evers College; has served as director of literacy and writing programs for youth and adults;  through the Center for Black Literature, Dr. Greene has pursue ..read more