DE-Stress 302: A Mental Health Podcast in Delaware

S1E9 - DE-Stress 302 Episode 9 Community Talks Mental Health

EPISODE NOTES On DE-Stress 302, host Alena Duggan and The CAUSE Production Crew produced a Delaware-centric podcast all about mental health. This BONUS episode asks the community, what do YOU do for your own mental health? The crew attended The Party, brought to you by The CAUSE, and gave attendees the opportunity to answer the question "What do you do for your own mental health?" Let's see what they had to say. This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

S1E8 - DE-Stress 302 Episode 8 with Mz. Lyrik

EPISODE NOTES On DE-Stress 302, host Alena Duggan and The CAUSE Production Crew produced a Delaware-centric podcast all about mental health. Lashann “Mz. Lyrik” Broaden has made a name for herself in the music industry as the Queen of Positive Rap. Coming from an upbringing that would serve as a justified excuse for mediocre living for most people never limited Lashann’s view on what she could achieve. As a child, Broaden was exposed to domestic violence and drug abuse, resulting in her being tossed from home to home. At the young age of seven, she was violated in a way that no little girl should ever experience, and the odds stacked solidly against her. Lashann was born in Las Vegas, NV and was raised between Nevada, California, and Alabama. Using music and poetry as an escape from the realities she was facing, her peers began to refer to her as “Mz. Lyrik,” due to her uncanny similarities to the character portrayed by Jada Pinkett in the movie, Jason’s Lyric. She would eventually realize that the life she was leading was headed in the wrong direction, and Mz. Lyrik committed herself to offering back to God what the devil has attempted to corrupt – MUSIC. Broaden now uses her talent to be accountable and transparent in her music ministry. Although music will always be her passion, Lashann has decided to bring others along with her in her rise to success. It is her desire to empower other visionaries and unique artists – as well as entrepreneurs and business owners – by giving them a platform to excel. She founded the Shepowerment Movement to unite, educate, and assist visionary women in creating the reality that God has instilled within them. Broaden is a serial entrepreneur with a heart to build up the confidence and abilities of women and youth. Not only is she the founder of Shepowerment Movement, but she is also a celebrated plus-sized model and the Vice President of Marketing for Primetyme/Dapham Production Studios. Shepowerment Movement is a full production and empowerment company and has produced television shows, created unique marketing plans, and developed effective business branding for many companies nationwide. This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

Mindful Monday with Mz. Lyrik

EPISODE NOTES Welcome to Mindful Monday — where each week, we ask our guests to share one simple tip you can use first thing in the morning to boost your mental health and start your day with intention. Full episode drops tomorrow! This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

S1E7 - DE-Stress 302 Episode 7 with Jaycee Wendell

EPISODE NOTES On DE-Stress 302, host Alena Duggan and The CAUSE Production Crew produced a Delaware-centric podcast all about mental health. Jaycee Wendell (they/them) is currently the Suicide Prevention Specialist at The Mental Health Association in Delaware (MHA). Versatile, they have also served as a Community Educator, Website & Communications Associate and Intern at MHA. In their current role, they coordinate the organization’s suicide prevention efforts, including chairing the Higher Education Suicide Prevention Subcommittee and co-chairing the Delaware Suicide Prevention Coalition. Jaycee is a certified trainer for Mental Health First Aid, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training and Question, Persuade, Refer for adults, and they also provide Lifelines Prevention for youth. In addition to working in the mental health field, they are active in LGBTQ+ advocacy, including previously being a Program Coordinator for AIDS Delaware’s The Village Youth Leadership Team. They graduated cum laude from the University of Delaware with dual degrees in Human Services- Clinical Concentration and Sociology in 2021, and are currently pursuing their Master’s in Social Work at University of Maryland Baltimore. Jaycee is passionate about advocacy, social issues and human rights, especially for the LGBTQ+ and disability communities. In their free time, Jaycee likes to be creative, go on adventures and explore nature. This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

Mindful Monday with Jaycee Wendell

EPISODE NOTES Welcome to Mindful Monday — where each week, we ask our guests to share one simple tip you can use first thing in the morning to boost your mental health and start your day with intention. Full episode drops tomorrow! This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].