July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and today's show is focused on supporting our wellness journey. I am thrilled to welcome my soul sister, Tenacious Therapist and Soulful Life Coach, Venice Garner Moore. She is the Founder/CEO of Embracing Your Difference, a motivational and empowerment private practice dedicated to providing a variety of coaching and counseling services to individuals and couples.Venice shares with us her journey, and offerings that will support you in doing your work!She is the Author of the acclaimed book: The Self Love and Healing Workbook.   The reader is invited to actively engage in doing their work; reflecting on experiences and empowered to walk in hope, peace, and love. This is Garner-Moore's 3rd book as part of her ministry to support your journey. For more information on services offered by Venice Garner-Moore and to purchase a copy of her latest book: The Self Love and Healing Workbook visit:https://www.embraceyourdifference.com/Instagram: embrace_your_differenceFacebook: Embrace Your Difference Email: embraceyourdifference@gmail.com Additional References:https://therapyforblackgirls.com/https://therapyforblackmen.org/https://thelovelandfoundation.org/

We're gonna be ok... I believe this. Today I offer support related to the 8 areas of self care and how we can better support ourselves and each other. We've got this and God has us....He's got the whole world in his hands.

Tenderness: It's so necessary right now, and it's where my heart is. There are 2 practices that can support us in being more tender with ourselves and each other.  Thanks for tuning in, share the love! #BeyondThisMoment

There are many triggers we are faced with right now. The good news is that there is an abundance of ways we can support ourselves. Today I share a tip on a practice that we can all engage in, at any time.....FINDING The Glimmer!Glimmering is a term that was first coined by psychologist Deb Dana and the term has since gone viral after psychotherapist, Dr. Justine posted a Tik Tok in her own moment of glimmering. Simply put "glimmering" is purposely searching for positive moments-being eager to find moments of joy and new ways to reclaim our hope. But there is more....tune in to today's show to learn more about this practice and why it works! Article Reference: Heather Wake, Upworthy: https://tinyurl.com/2p88np3mUpworthy is a website dedicated to positive storytelling.Dr. Justine on Tik Tok: https://tinyurl.com/bde6f4h6

Today's show is focused on the process that we should invite ourselves to honor when we may be in a season of waiting. Some may call this process "procrastination" but I offer another perspective to consider.  Tune in for a deeper dive on this topic and to receive tips on discovering when it is time to move and why waiting does not equate to procrastination. There is usually a deeper meaning connected to why you may not be getting started. "Be Still, and know that I AM GOD" (Psalm 46:10)

Today's show focuses on HOPE.  How many times this season  did we hear "I'm just not feeling the holidays this year" or read the many posts and news media cycles filled with bad news, grief, etc . One would be led to believe, if limited to this messaging,  that we are in a time of hopelessness. We are not. Individually, collectively...we always have a reason to hold onto hope and on any day if we can't get there, we have ways to recover and restore our hope.In this episode, I share 21 offerings that will support you in cultivating hope, even in the most trying of times. May it support you on your journey.App Resources shared in this episode:YouVersion (https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/)Insight Timer (https://insighttimer.com/)Liberate (https://liberatemeditation.com/)Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness ~Desmond TuTuFaith and hope must go together. Hope is your starting point, Faith is your completion. Hope knowing that your faith says it is going to happen ~Rev. Dr. Barbara King~Be Still and Know that I AM God ~Psalm 46:10And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. ~Romans 5:5Scripture references:Romans 12:2Proverbs 23:7Isaiah 40:31Jeremiah 29: 11-14Additional support:https://therapyforblackmen.org/https://therapyforblackgirls.com/https://www.betterhelp.com/https://try.talkspace.com/https://www.beyondthismoment.com/

Today’s show  “GOOD MORNING GORGEOUS!“Good Morning Gorgeous” a new anthem for all of us by Mary J. Blige is powerfully resonating with so many of us.  Sister/Auntie Mary came out here telling all of our business with such beautiful transparency and truth through expressing her own journey. Today I bring focus to my interpretation of the message in this song and why I believe so many of us are releasing loving others more than we love ourselves AND coming into the awareness that the person we are looking to love us unconditionally, the person we are waiting for-has been waiting for us…”the one” reflecting back at us in the mirror. Mary J. Blige wrote “Good Morning Gorgeous” with D’Mile, H.E.R., Lucky Daye, and Tiara Thomas. H.E.R. also produced the single with D’Mile and contributes guitar and background vocals. She/They understood the assignment...and we are so grateful!

Today’s show focuses on LOVE! We welcome special guest,  Mr. Juan Lee, transformational  speaker, thought leader and author of the book: Love Made Simple: A Guide to Inner Peace, Contentment, and Success.Juan shares the importance of love being the foundation of our lives and understanding it’s true meaning.More about Juan Lee:Juan Lee is an author and teacher on the powerful principle of love. For over 30 years, he has studied organized religion to find the elements that unite humanity and share the message with those who need it. Raised within the Christian church, Juan has turned to teachings about love over the years to find strength, understanding and hope.To purchase Juan Lee’s book and learn more about his work: https://juanleetheauthor.com/about-the-book/www.juanleetheauthor.comInstagram: JuanLeeAuthorFacebook: Juan Lee, Author

On today's show I am joined by Candace Tuck, CEO and Founder of We Will Win! Candace is a Certified Spiritual Life Coach, Counselor, Radio Host, and Author.  She is known as The Spirit Chiropractor, creating an experience that transforms lives. Coach Candace will share more on what winning can look like for each of us AND how our mental, physical and spiritual health are all connected!  More about Candace Tuck:Coach Candace's life mission is to inspire, encourage, and give hope to others. She is passionate, energetic, and excited about doing God's work here on earth. As a Life Coach and transformational speaker she creates an environment to support her audience in creating the life they want by seeing themselves in a more positive light, changing their mindset, and discovering who they are. Follow Candace: Facebook: CandaceWalkerTuckInstagram: thespiritchiropractorWebsite: https://www.candacetuck.com/Email: wewillwin@candacetuck.comThe Couple's Lounge: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCouplesLounge

Today I welcome special guest Daijah Barnes: renowned Author, Educator, Personal Development Coach, and Speaker. Her book: "If it ain’t one thing to grow through, it’s another": A mother’s guide to healing and building a better future is  filled with short stories of her life experiences and a guide to healing to support the reader.Daijah and I discuss her life changing experiences which brought her to the work of supporting other women in their healing and tips to support all of us in staying the course as we grow through our journey. A little about Daijah:Daijah's passion is supporting others in their transformation and she is committed to healing continually. Her words have traveled to places she has yet to be including London. She’s collaborated on projects for BET Network, Essence, Extreme Execution Coaching, My Brother’s Keeper, University of Rochester, USA Today, to name a few! Her former work in supporting women in dressing for success, inspired her to create a curriculum  focused on faith and spirituality, providing spiritual nourishment referred to as "loaf": Love, Opportunity, Awareness, ForgivenessTo learn more about her services and to purchase her book visit:  www.daijahb.comDaijah can be reached via email: barnes.daijah@gmail.com

Welcome to Season 2 of the Beyond This Moment Podcast! This space was created to provide you with tools to support your journey! Healing, health and wellness, interrupting patterns, understanding triggers, faith and spirituality….soul nourishment conversations!. Today's show invites us to reflect on honoring growth and gratitude this season, in the midst of the challenges that were presented. For support and resources send your request to beyondthismomentcoach@gmail.comwww.beyondthismoment.com

Are you living your vision? Are you working toward living your vision? On today's show I share a major new life transition, how my living my vision plan supported me and was the key to me making a bold faith move! My hope is that in sharing my new journey, you feel supported in what steps you want to take for yours! For support of your vision and next steps, Beyond this Moment Life Coaching and Business Consulting LLC is accepting new clients;  offering individual and  group coaching opportunities!Tanishia A. Johnson, Founder and CEO, Beyond This Moment Life Coaching and Business Consulting LLC:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondThisMomentCoachInstagram @byondthismomentTwitter @byondthismomentWebsite: www.beyondthismoment.comEmail: beyondthismomentcoach@gmail.comCell: 585-420-8569More about The Cru, Founded by Tiffany Dufu, CEO:  The Cru - Home  (Website)The Cru is a constellation of women committed to helping each other thrive. We match circles of up to eight women based on their personality, values, demographics and life goals. Crus coach one another to accelerate their personal and professional growth.

August is Black Business Month and this month the BTM Podcast will spotlight various black owned businesses. We also ended July acknowledging National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month... today's show provides supportive information on  both! Beyond This Moment welcomes Guest speaker, Dr. Roxann Sheppard-Samuel,  Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of mental health experience.  She is the CEO of Passion to Purpose Consulting, LLC, a mental health and wellness group practice in Queens, NY. Today she shares her incredible journey, how she moved from passion to purpose and how she shows up in the world today supporting clients. If you are in need of support listed below are resources available:~National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)~Dr. Roxann Sheppard- Samuel, LCSW, Owner ︎ Passion To Purpose ConsultingEmail: DrSheppardSamuel@PassionToPurpose16.com Website: https://passiontopurpose16.com/https://www.instagram.com/passiontopurpose16/

Last week I lost "my voice"....today I share my awareness. My hope is that this message supports those who are still trying to find their voice and those seeking support in embracing the beauty in silence.

Inner child healing, is a way to address our needs that haven't been met as children and heal the attachment wounds we've developed.  As adults, we walk around carrying wounds from our childhood that have never been addressed. Today's show covers Part  2-the activities we can engage in to support our inner children."When we heal the inner child, we heal generations. We heal the world." ~Dr. Trish PhillipsArtist: Edith Alavez  (https://www.facebook.com/edith.alavez.5)Resources: www.therapyforblackgirls.comwww.therapyforblackmen.orgwww.beyondthismoment.com

Inner child healing, is a way to address our needs that haven't been met as children and heal the attachment wounds we've developed.  As adults, we walk around carrying wounds from our childhood that have never been addressed. Today's show covers Part 1, a deeper dive on inner child healing and the signs to look for in determining if you have areas of healing that will support your inner child's desire for peace and love. "When we heal the inner child, we heal generations. We heal the world." ~Dr. Trish Phillips

Closure:  finality; a letting go of what once was. Finding closure implies a complete acceptance of what has happened and an honoring of the transition away from what's finished to something new. Today's episode focuses on the importance of healthy closure in relationships and other situations in our lives when we know it is time to move on.  "Closure happens right after you accept that letting go and moving on is more important than projecting a fantasy of how the relationship could have been."

Today I returned home to the devastating news of 2 children in our district whose lives tragically ended, allegedly by their mother. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of these children and we stand in mourning with our school district community and our community at large. There are no words to express how deeply the heartbreaking loss of these children has impacted many. Many questions have already come to the surface around mental health, support and so many other layers unfolding. As we remember this month being Mental Heath Awareness Month, I am sharing a replay of a two part show focused on mental health awareness and #breakingthestigma. For both, I am joined a team of clinicians who are experts in this area. They offer tips, resources and support while sharing their experiences and how we can individually and collectively destigmatize mental health. May we take care of ourselves and look out for the well being of others who may need support. Maybe someone today nears to receive this. Be safe, be well!Khadijah Tillman is a licensed clinical social worker. She is a practicing psychotherapist the owner of Sankofa Family Counseling Services. Khadijah specializing in work with children and families, and trauma healingKhadijah can provide support via the following spaces:Website: www.sankofafamilycounseling.comEmail: ktillman@sankofafamilycounseling.comPhone: 585-491-6646Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sankofafamilycounselingAaliyah El-Amin-Turner is a private practice-Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She offers an individualized, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach to meet the needs of each client.Aaliyah's can be reached for support via the following spaces:Phone: 585-200-7106Website: etmhc.comInstagram: etmhcounselingNational Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)Supportive Websites and Apps:https://therapyforblackgirls.com/https://therapyforblackmen.org/https://nami.org/Homehttps://nami.org/Support-Educationhttps://www.mhanational.org/bipoc-mental-healthhttps://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/Black-African-Americanhttps://www.breakthestigma.org/https://thisismybrave.org/https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/https://liberatemeditation.com/https://insighttimer.com/https://www.calm.com/

Today I returned home to the devastating news of 2 children in our district whose lives tragically ended, allegedly by their mother. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of these children and we stand in mourning with our community at large. There are no words to express how deeply the heartbreaking loss of these children has impacted many.  As we remember this month being Mental Heath Awareness Month, I am sharing a replay of a two part show focused on mental health awareness and #breakingthestigma. For both, I am joined a team of clinicians who are experts in this area. They offer tips, resources and support while sharing their experiences and how we can individually and collectively destigmatize mental health. Dr. Sandra Vazquez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving in private practice.  Dr. Vazquez can provide support via 585-299-2020. Nina-Shevon Steverson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and can be reached for support via the following spaces via email: ns.lmhc@gmail.com/Instagram: AcclivityMHNational Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)Supportive Websites and Apps:https://therapyforblackgirls.com/https://therapyforblackmen.org/https://nami.org/Homehttps://www.breakthestigma.org/https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/https://liberatemeditation.com/https://insighttimer.com/

As we reflect on a day dedicated to Moms and those women who have mothered us, we know how very layered the role of "mom" is and the abundance of rewards and challenges on the journey. Today we take a closer look at Mother's Day from my own perspective as a mother and daughter....Motherhood is a choice you make every day, to put someone else's happiness and well-being ahead of your own. To teach the hard lessons, to do the right thing even when you're not sure what the right thing is......and to forgive yourself over and over again for doing everything wrong.-Donna Bell