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Welcome to NAMI OC Presents: It’s Okay to Feel!

On this episode of It’s Okay to Feel, besties Manny and Jerika have a candid conversation on their connection to the 90's era. Being born in 1998 they feel a true bond with the music, fashion, and the romance of their favorite era. Reminiscing on childhood memories listening to SWV, LL Cool J, TLC, New Edition, Janet Jackson, and more they dive deep into their love for that time period.

In this episode Manny and Jerika talk about:

• Love and romance in the 90's
• Favorite 90's artists and groups 
• Seeing 90's fashion on today's trends and styles
• 2016 Beyoncé 
• The music industry as a business 
• Breaking the bounds as an artist while maintaining mental health
• Creating boundaries - interviews, magazines, social media, publicity, etc.
• Social media consumption 
• Current music sampling 90's music
• Using music as a source of self-care

Resources: 

• NAMI Orange County
• NAMI-OC's Instagram
• NAMI-OC's Teens and Young Adult's 
• NAMI-OC's Media Masterclass
• NAMI-OC's Peer Connector Program
• Crisis line, OC WarmLine, and crisis groups

Disclaimers:
It’s Okay To Feel is for informational/educational and/or entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

It’s Okay to Feel is Funded by the Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA), Behavioral Health Services, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.