Black Women Defining Depression: An Honest Conversation

February 8, 2020 admin 0 Comments

Take the time to have the conversation.

Black Women Defining Depression: An Honest Conversation

There has always been a stigma accompanied with prejudice toward mental health issues in Black communities. This type of taboo has made it extremely difficult for persons suffering from depression or anxiety (or any type of mood disorder) to acknowledge it, and willingly seek treatment for these types of illness.

This podcast is designed to open the door to have a conversation about the topic of depression. It is a candid social engagement about Women of Color recognizing and dealing with depression. This podcast does not serve as a replacement for any type of treatment. It is highly encouraged that any listener, who may exhibit or suffer from depression seek the services of a license Clinical professional. Our goal is merely to inspire and educate.

Victory is Mine: The Joyce Lewis Outler Story

October 20, 2019 admin 0 Comments

About Our Guest

Joyce Lewis Outler is a victorious breast cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer in late 2018. In 2019 she shares her victory story with the Substance of Life Podcast Listeners. Joyce has contributed to the Breast Cancer Awareness campaign by demonstrating a message of hope and the importance of extended family and friends support enveloped with love.

She has transformed her lifestyle by changing her diet, exercise, managing stress and regularly scheduled physician checkups. She has designed her specific cancer care by selecting African American female physicians that practice within the Atlanta, Georgia area whom can relate to her ethnic background challenges. Two of her personal care physicians are also cancer survivors.

This unique aspect of the physician/patient relationship presents a comfort to Joyce because she feels her doctors’ have an intimate perspective of her journey.

The Substance of Life Podcast thanks Joyce for sharing her experience and inspiring all.

Taking Charge During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 15, 2019 admin 0 Comments

2019 Breast Cancer Campaign

The Substance of Life Podcast believes in inspiring you to your healthy Fit-for-Purpose. Knowledge is paramount in making any health-related decision. During our 2019 Breast Cancer campaign we would like to share the myhealthfinder tool with our listeners. The tool provides recommendations that are auto-generated to provide consumers with personalized, evidence-based clinical prevention recommendations in just a few clicks. The myhealthfinder recommendations come from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as advised by organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics (through the Bright Futures cooperative agreement) and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (formerly the Institute of Medicine). During the 2019 Breast Cancer Awareness month we provide this recommendation tool to you as a personal research resource.

Informational Tool

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National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 15, 2019 admin 0 Comments

2019
Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is an annual international health campaign organized by various Charities dedicated to increase awareness, research and financial commitment to the eradication of breast cancer.

The Substance of Life Podcast proudly joins these organizations by providing information to our listeners during the month of October to increase awareness of the disease and to share candid survivor stories and information about breast cancer resources on prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.

Our 2019 campaign is very personal to our Podcast Producer, she has designed this segment as a tribute to her Mother-in-law, Ms. Mildred Mann-Mackey, who was a 25 year breast cancer survivor.

We invite our Podcast family of supporters to do more than just wear pink in this campaign during the month of October. We hope that you participate in the conversation by supporting Breast Cancer charities in your local area and share the information within our Podcast with others.

Thank you,

Angela Smith-Mackey

Grace and Joy – Ann Alexis Hamilton Podcast

September 22, 2019 admin 0 Comments

Pure Grace and Joy

About Our Guest

Ann Alexis-Hamilton Podcast is a triumph of a breast cancer survivor who has an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for helping others. As a graduate of Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ she has embraced her talents and developed a successful small business, as a Mary Kay Independent Senior Sales Director. She has thrived in the cosmetic industry for over 22 years.

She is motivated and inspired by making a difference in the life of others, while enjoying the dynamics and excitement of her business. As a public speaker, personal life coach and mentor she believes if you never try to fly, you’ll never know what it’s like to soar!

Attitude, Desire, Discipline and Perseverance are the keys to her Substance of Life.

Fit For Purpose

April 26, 2017 admin 0 Comments

The FIT for Purpose Podcast segments are candid conversations about our Physical and Mental Health. We often look at our physical health without complementing our mental health and its effects on our FIT for Purpose. To sum it up are we working to our very best efficiency?

FIT for Purpose explores via conversations topics which range from medical innovations, diet and exercise to learning how to decompress from stressful situations and carving out self-reflective time. Our minds are part of our bodies and when we look at our whole self, we should pay attention to the whole person and not just where the isolated symptoms are coming from.

If you are in a life-threatening situation, do NOT use this site to assist you with your situation. CALL the 24-hr National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1.800.273.8255. Your call will be routed to the crisis center near you. If your issue is an emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest Emergency room. The professionals there will be better prepared to help you.

Category: Fit for Purpose Health & Wellness