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Today marks the one-year anniversary since the release of our book "Black Lives Are Beautiful: 50 tools to Heal From Racial Trauma and Build Positive Racial Identity," and during this time, we've accomplished several significant milestones: -First and foremost, we've been actively engaged in the Black community, discussing healing and promoting the tools to facilitate it. - We were interviewed by Sirius XM radio, where we discussed the themes and insights of our book. - The book garnered attention and was featured in an article in Essence online magazine, reaching a wide audience. - Our book has been cited in research studies, particularly noted for its evidence-based structured format for addressing the effects of racism. It was highlighted in the Annual Review of Clinical Psychology for its effectiveness in coping with racial stress and trauma. - We've had the opportunity to present our work to various organizations and groups, facilitating discussions and raising awareness on the importance of acknowledging and addressing racial issues and culturally responsive treatment - A tool derived from our book was integrated into the American Psychological Association (APA) Presidential Task Force on Culturally Informed Trauma and Grief Recovery, underscoring its relevance and impact within the field of psychology. -Two research studies are currently underway, documenting the transformative impact of the tools shared in Black Lives Are Beautiful -An interactive panel focusing on the content of "Black Lives Are Beautiful" was chosen for presentation at The Society for the Psychological Study of Culture, Ethnicity, and Race, which is a division of the American Psychological Association (APA). -Multiple mental health facilities, both inpatient and outpatient, have integrated the book into their clinical practices for group and individual therapy. So we say all this to say we express our gratitude with a heartfelt THANK YOU to all who've backed our efforts in promoting culturally derived healing. Your support means the world to us. As a thank you we would like to share a video showcasing one of our tools/exercises from the book, designed to enhance your clinical practice. We hope you find it useful in your work. https://lnkd.in/gNbW57Ew

My husband and I celebrated a big milestone last weekend - 22 years of marriage! We spontaneously decided to go for a weekend trip to Collingwood and see a concert. Recognition and celebration are such crucial parts of life yet it's so easy to skip, as we move on to the next thing. Using our anniversary as an example, here are some quick and effective ways to celebrate personal and work accomplishments: 1. Make it spontaneous. Celebrations don't always need a plan - the brain loves fun and novel experiences, and so will you! 2. Make it specific. What are you celebrating? Where? When? How will you celebrate and who are you celebrating with? 3. Make it personal for each participant. Part of our celebration was to see a David Bowie tribute band - my favourite artist. My husband, Phil, is wearing one of the gifts I bought him. Yes, that is the official Ken hoodie from the Barbie movie with an affirmation we should all remember. How do you celebrate milestones? DM me or let me know in the comments! #ChangeWithoutPain #Recognition #IAmKenough #ProfessionalDevelopment #ChangeManagement

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Women’s Day Special: 7 things your wife needs from you (that she might not say out loud) 1. Your undivided attention. Not just a grunt or nod, but real eye contact and active listening. 2. Your helping hand. Offer to help around the house or with the kids without being asked. 3. Your understanding. Empathy can go a long way, even when you don't fully understand what she's going through. 4. Your words of affirmation. Compliment her, encourage her, and tell her why you appreciate her. 5. Your quality time. Plan a date night or an activity that you can both enjoy together. 6. Your support. Be there for her in her personal and professional endeavors, and show her that you believe in her. 7. Your love. Unconditional love and affection can make the world of difference. Remember, it's not only about one day but also the actions you take every day that make a difference. Happy Women's Day to all the wonderful women out there, keep shining and inspiring!

𝑫𝒊𝒗𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌... 🎬 I just watched Tyler Perry's new movie, "𝑫𝒊𝒗𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌," and it left me with so many thoughts and questions. 👉 𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝑫𝒓𝒂𝒘 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆: How do we recognize when loving someone is no longer beneficial for us? Understanding the importance of self-love and knowing when to let go is crucial for our well-being. 👉𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑫𝒆𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕: How do we navigate loving someone even when it harms us? Balancing self-sacrifice with self-preservation is essential. Love should never lead to self-destruction. 👉𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒂 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎: The movie underscores the need for a strong support network. Friends, family, and professional support can provide the emotional strength needed to deal with difficult situations and make healthier choices. 👉𝒀𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒂 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑹𝒆𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑: It's heart-wrenching to invest so many years in someone who doesn't reciprocate your love. Recognizing unrequited love early and prioritizing our own happiness and fulfillment is vital. These reflections remind me of the importance of self-awareness, boundaries, and the support we all need in our personal journeys. ------------------------------------------------ 𝑯𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒆? 𝑰 𝒂𝒎 𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒂 𝑩𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒃𝒂𝒆𝒈𝒃𝒖, 𝒕𝒉𝒆360𝒅𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒓. 𝑰 𝒂𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 🕯️. ------------------------------------------------ #SelfLove #SupportSystem #chiamakablessingmbaegbu #the360degreesteacher #thelight #thesolution #thevalue #theniche #HealthyRelationships #LifeLessons #TylerPerry #DivorceInTheBlack

Meet me as a five year old - my Inner Child. Isn't she lovely? We often hear how important it is to love ourselves. But the concept of self-love can sometimes feel quite abstract or intangible. Is it about being less hard on ourselves - but how exactly? Is it about setting our boundaries more effectively - but what if that feels really hard? Or maybe it's about letting go of other peoples' expectations of us - easier said than done, right? Undoubtedly all of the above are key elements of self-love, however we need to empower ourselves first in order to do them more effectively. A beautiful way of tuning into our own power and connecting with our self-love is showing love to our Inner Child. I challenge you to start keeping a photo of you as child close by and regularly connecting to it with love and compassion whenever self-love feels elusive. Trust me, this little exercise will leave you feeling more joyous, more empowered and, most importantly, full of (self-)love.

Even in the stormiest of days, His love remains steadfast, anchoring us and reminding us of our true worth. #MindfulLiving, #EmpathyInAction, #WomenWhoLead, #BuildABetterYou, #BeTheChange, #LoveInAction, #SoulfulSunday, #ThoughtfulThursday, #WisdomWednesday, #MotivationMonday #saturdaymood

There are many ways to make the most of your legacy. Getting your money and things to the right people is part of it, but one thing I like to stress with clients is their emotional legacy. Whether you are a young parent who wants to stay in your child's life if something tragic happens, a empty nester worried about passing on your values, or a grandparent wanting to imprint character on the next generation, the words "I love you" are a simple and priceless way to make your emotional legacy last well beyond your years. This short video explains why today is the day to reach out and tell some of your loved ones exactly how you feel.

NO GREE FOR SHYNESS THIS YEAR🤛 I remember sometime last year, I went to a beach hangout organized by @trybe 18:39 They had a game session called karaoke sing-along where you could sing any song you wanted. People were singing their hearts out, even those who didn't have the best voices. But I was too shy to join. I was worried about what people would say and think. It felt like a burden in my heart and it began to look like a heartbreak because I wasn't happy with myself. Then my instinct begins to disturb me that Elizabeth!! You know how to sing, you dey always disturb people and your neighbors at home ,go out and sing(Even if I don't really have the voice😂) but I still Dey try. At that moment, I decided to ask God for boldness. I remembered a Bible verse that says God hasn't given us the spirit of fear but of boldness and a sound mind. And just like that, I felt the courage to go up and sing. My heart was racing when I took the microphone, but when I started singing (I chose a song I knew well, called "Million Little Miracle"), it all melted away and the ginger begins to come that I didn't want to stop singing . After I finished singing, I felt so fulfilled and happy. The burden in my heart was lifted, and I couldn't contain my joy. About 8 people came up to me and complimented my voice, both guys and girls. It made me even happier. I started questioning myself: Elizabeth, did they beat you? Elizabeth, did they kill you? Elizabeth, did they insult you? No! Instead of insults, they gave me compliments and celebrated me. KEY TAKEAWAY: ✅Always put God first in whatever you do ✔️ ✅Being shy only weighs you down. Not doing something you're capable of because of shyness is a burden. Seeing someone answer a question you know you could answer better, but not speaking up because of shyness, is a burden too. Letting go of shyness can bring so much freedom and happiness. How did you feel when you know how to do something best but you couldn't do it because you are so shy? Feel free to share your thoughts with me😁 #Elizabethishau #itsbeenawhilehere #saynotoshyness #bebold #dataanalysis

Dear LinkedIn community, In a recent Instagram post, Yul Edochie shared a heartfelt tribute to his wife, Judy Austin, expressing deep affection and admiration for her. He even went as far as referring to himself as an “Odogwu,” highlighting the transformative power of love. Some have criticized the couple's display of affection, while others have celebrated their love and support for each other. See more details and the heartwarming video here: https://ift.tt/EXmCxup #SocialMediaMarketing #LinkedInUpdate