What if the holidays ain't happy?

"What is good grief?"

Hey y'all!!!   Welcome back to season three of Mindful Nuggets Podcast! I launched my very first episode of Mindful Nuggets on February 4, 2022!  You can check out my first episode here.   Today's episode is about grief!  Someone who I loved a lot died in the last week.  And I have experienced grief in a different way.  It was peaceful and joyful.  That sounds strange, right? It is so interesting how each death hits so differently.   In today's episode, I am talking about how we experience grief differently, how we can deal with our grief and where we can go and get support. I have a workshop coming up on February 17, 2023 from 6-7:30pm.  This will be a safe place for those who are dealing with grief.  Click on this link if you are interested:   --- DISCLAIMER:  Mindful Nuggets was a podcast to support women who are on their mental and spiritual wellness journey.  Please note that the information provided here is from my own perspective and some from what I have found through research.  If you take any information from this podcast, you are doing so at your own risk.  Listening to this podcast episode does not replace the need to seek out the support of a trained mental health professional. Please know that this podcast does not supplement seeing a mental health therapist and/or seeking spiritual counseling from your local church. If you are actively wanting to end your life, please call 911 or go to the local emergency room IMMEDIATELY.   If you are in a mental health crisis AND NOT actively thinking of harming yourself, please call 988 from your cell phone to get support OR text "hello" to 741741 to speak with a crisis counselor via text. If you need help locating a therapist, you can find one at psychologytoday.com, therapyden.com or therapyforblackgirls.com. If you need help with locating a therapist, please feel free to connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast. If this episode today has encouraged you, share with others, please leave a comment and give the show a five star rating! If you have questions or comments for me personally, you can connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast.

What if the holidays ain't happy?

Hey y’all! I know it’s thanksgiving week and for some people, this might be a hard week! Today, I am talking about some reasons that thanksgiving might be hard and what you can do. Thanksgiving can be hard due to grief, comparison, mental health, etc. I will share what you can do if you find yourself struggling to have a happy thanksgiving due to these reasons. If you know of someone who might be having a hard time this thanksgiving, please share this episode with them! --- DISCLAIMER:  Mindful Nuggets was a podcast to support women who are on their mental and spiritual wellness journey.  Please note that the information provided here is from my own perspective and some from what I have found through research.  If you take any information from this podcast, you are doing so at your own risk.  Listening to this podcast episode does not replace the need to seek out the support of a trained mental health professional. Please know that this podcast does not supplement seeing a mental health therapist and/or seeking spiritual counseling from your local church. If you are actively wanting to end your life, please call 911 or go to the local emergency room IMMEDIATELY.   If you are in a mental health crisis AND NOT actively thinking of harming yourself, please call 988 from your cell phone to get support OR text "hello" to 741741 to speak with a crisis counselor via text. If you need help locating a therapist, you can find one at psychologytoday.com, therapyden.com or therapyforblackgirls.com. If you need help with locating a therapist, please feel free to connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast. If this episode today has encouraged you, share with others, please leave a comment and give the show a five star rating! If you have questions or comments for me personally, you can connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast.

"What do I need to remember about grief?" with Johanny Reyes, LCSW

Heyyy! Today, I am speaking with Johanny (pronounced Jo-hon-ey) Reyes about "Grief!"  You or someone you know might be grieving.  We have experienced so many deaths individually and collectively over the last almost three years.  Today we will talk about myths associated with grieving and how to support someone who is grieving.   Here's some information about Johanny! Johanny is a licensed therapist and clinical social worker in the state of Florida and currently the CEO of Thriving Counseling Solutions LLC.  Johanny experienced her own family trauma and was able to understand some of her situation through working as a social worker.  As far as she can remember, Johanny has had a passion to work with people.  She believes that her life story has contributed to her pursuing the social work and mental health profession.  She says that moving to the United States and growing up in an impoverished environment introduced her to social work.  Johanny has a true passion to help make a difference in people’s lives.  Especially those who look like her and have faced intergenerational trauma.  Currently, Johanny works with teenagers and high functioning adults and helps them to manage mental health concerns, relationship problems and grief and loss.  You can connect with Johanny @ www.ThrivingCounselingSolutions.com or via Instagram @ ThrivingCounselingSolutions.  Here’s a handout about grief.

Can we talk about suicide?

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (SPAM).   This month was started in 2008 as a way to bring awareness to suicide and to encourage people to access mental health treatment if they are struggling with suicidal thoughts. In 2020, suicide was the 12th leading cause of death. Suicide was the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages 25-34 and the fourth leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 35 and 44.  In today's episode, I'll be discussing:   Statistics about suicide   Words surrounding suicide   Myths about suicide   Tips to support someone who might be suicidal   Resources to support you or those in your life who might have suicidal thoughts Verses that I mentioned:  Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”  Psalm 46:1  "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in the time of trouble."  Psalm 23:4 “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”  Safety plan:  https://www.mysafetyplan.org/  --- DISCLAIMER:  Mindful Nuggets was a podcast to support women who are on their mental and spiritual wellness journey.  Please note that the information provided here is from my own perspective and some from what I have found through research.  If you take any information from this podcast, you are doing so at your own risk.  Listening to this podcast episode does not replace the need to seek out the support of a trained mental health professional.   Please know that this podcast does not supplement seeing a mental health therapist and/or seeking spiritual counseling from your local church.   If you are actively wanting to end your life, please call 911 or go to the local emergency room.   If you are in a mental health crisis, you can call 988 from your cell phone to get support OR text "hello" to 741741 to speak with a crisis counselor via text.  If you need help locating a therapist, you can find one at psychologytoday.com, therapyden.com or therapyforblackgirls.com.  If you need help with locating a therapist, please feel free to connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast. If this episode today has encouraged you, share with others, please leave a comment and give the show a five star rating! If you have questions or comments for me personally, you can connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast.

"How do I know if someone is depressed?"

Hey ya'll! October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. Depression looks different for everyone.  There are some people who are able to be pretty functional and still suffer from depression.  According to Mental Health America, depression is a mood disorder.  Yes, we all have our ups and downs with our mood.  But a person who is depressed has these mood shifts for about two weeks. On today's episode, I'll be talking about: Symptoms of Depression. What looks like depression might not be depression. Ways to help you to navigate depression. Here are some symptoms of depression: Feeling or appearing low, empty inside, or irritable most of the day every day Losing interest in activities you would normally enjoy Changes in appetite or weight—eating more or less; gaining or losing weight Changes in sleep—either not being able to sleep or sleeping too much Changes in activity—feeling restless inside or feeling sluggish Feeling exhausted even when you seem to be getting enough sleep Speaking or moving slowly, fidgeting, or pacing Feelings of worthlessness or guilt Difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions Thoughts of death or suicide Ways to navigate depression: Create a daily routine. Connect with important people in your life on a regular basis. Learn a new hobby. Go for a walk. Speaking with a therapist. October 8th is National Depression Screening Day.  Are you concerned that you or someone who you know is depressed, check out this screener. --- DISCLAIMER:  Mindful Nuggets was a podcast to support women who are on their mental and spiritual wellness journey.  Please note that the information provided here is from my own perspective and some from what I have found through research. If you take any information from this podcast, you are doing so at your own risk.  Listening to this podcast episode does not replace the need to seek out the support of a trained mental health professional. Please know that this podcast does not supplement seeing a mental health therapist and/or seeking spiritual counseling from your local church. If you are actively wanting to end your life, please call 911 or go to the local emergency room.   If you are in a mental health crisis, you can call 988 from your cell phone to get support OR text "hello" to 741741 to speak with a crisis counselor via text.  If you need help locating a therapist, you can find one at psychologytoday.com, therapyden.com or therapyforblackgirls.com. If you need help with locating a therapist, please feel free to connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast. If this episode today has encouraged you, share with others, please leave a comment and give the show a five star rating! If you have questions or comments for me personally, you can connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast.