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Met RadioMet RadioInterview: Joan Samuels-DennisMet Radio's Donovan Lacroxi interviews psychotherapist Joan-Samuels Dennis. https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/joan-samuels-dennis-brampton-on/4641022025-01-0830 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanCommunicating With God | Dr. Joan Joan speaks with Shireen Spencer Part 1Constant communication with God is the foundation of a vibrant and deeply fulfilling spiritual life. It involves nurturing a personal relationship through prayer, meditation, and understanding of His word. By maintaining an open line of communication with God, we invite His guidance, wisdom, and comfort into our daily lives. Whether in times of joy or struggle, sharing our hopes, fears, and gratitude with Him strengthens our faith and deepens our connection. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shireen Spencer about Constant communication with God Shireen Spencer is a woman wh...2023-07-1109 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanOvercoming Addiction, Abuse and PTSD | Dr. Joan speaks with Kimberly Clark Part 3Sexual trauma has a profound impact on individuals, often leading to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and even addiction. Overcoming addiction and PTSD  is a challenging but possible journey.  By addressing the underlying trauma through therapy, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and engaging in recovery programs, individuals can break free from the grip of addiction and regain control of their lives.  It takes courage, resilience, and a willingness to confront past pain, but with dedication and the right resources, it is possible to find healing, reclaim one's well-being, and create a brighter future. In this episode of Hey, I’m Lis...2023-06-2210 minRevive MinistriesRevive MinistriesRevive Ministries Podcast “A Silent Healing: Tribute to PTSD Month” with Dr. Joan Samuels-DennisWelcome to Revive Ministries Podcast. June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. About 12 million people in the United States currently live with PTSD. Unfortunately, even though PTSD treatments are effective and accessible, most people don't get the help they need. Today we have a new guest with us to share her insight. Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis, thank you for joining us. More on Joan Samuels-Dennis: Website and podcast: www.drjoan.ca/podcast Ultimate forgiveness journal www.theartoflettinggo.ca Anyone can reach out at hello@drjoan.ca2023-06-0139 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHow to Find a Mentor | Dr. Joan speaks with Jecara Rivera Part 4Mentors provide insight into specific professional situations, negotiation tactics, opportunities, and career path goals. Choosing the right person to be your mentor is important based on your career goals and your relationship with them. However, seeking mentorship for the first time can be an unsettling procedure, leaving you with questions such as, "How do you ask to be mentored?" How do you maintain the relationship? How do you follow through? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Jecara Rivera about How to Find a Mentor Jecara Rivera is the CEO of...2023-05-1210 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanTaking the Leadership Role in Your Life | Dr. Joan speaks with Jecara Rivera Part 3Leadership is often associated with leading others–how leaders serve them, empower them, and motivate them. An important aspect of leadership is Self- Leadership, taking the position of a leader in your life, knowing that you can overcome the challenges that may come and your past does not have permission to dictate your future. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Jecara Rivera about Taking the Leadership Role in Your Life Jecara Rivera is the CEO of Empower You. As a coach and keynote speaker, her mission is to empower, insp...2023-05-1112 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHow Your Beliefs Shape Your Reality | Dr. Joan speaks with Jecara Rivera Part 2Every human has a belief system that shapes how they view the world. It affects every aspect of their life including their finances and the amount that they feel comfortable with. It is important to understand the beliefs we hold on to concerning our finances so as to break out of a lack mentality to that of abundance. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Jecara Rivera about How Your Beliefs Shape Your Reality Jecara Rivera is the CEO of Empower You. As a coach and keynote speaker, her mission is...2023-05-1013 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanSuccess Strategies | Dr. Joan speaks with Jecara Rivera Part 1Success strategies are plans that guide your personal growth in achieving what you want. This includes forming habits that support your success or letting go of habits that hinder your success. Self-leadership is a crucial success technique discussed in this episode; having a developed sense of who you are, what you can do, and where you are going coupled with the ability to influence your communication. It is about setting your course, following it, and correcting it as you go. How are you taking the leadership role in your life and ensuring what you want happens? In...2023-05-0913 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanA Movement for Holistic Safety | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia Part 5A movement for holistic safety would be one where we value everyone, where a connection is critical, and where all factors are considered for our well-being and we continue to show up as our full selves daily. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka A Movement for Holistic Safety Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia is the Managing Director of Justice Initiatives at Chicago Beyond. She is an experienced psychologist passionate about mental wellness, criminal justice reform, and supporting people who have experienced trauma. Since joining Chicago Beyond in 2018, Dr. Ta...2023-05-0610 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Relationship Between Wellness and Public Safety | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia Part 4How do we create policies that would reduce the harm caused by the incarceration system? Do all crimes deserve incarceration? How do we stop the normalization of the social response to trauma? When do we start to speak about our cumulative experiences as a Black Nation? We have to start speaking about these issues if we desire a change in our world and healing among the Black Community In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka about The Relationship Between Wellness and Public Safety Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia is th...2023-05-0510 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHow to Heal The Black Nation | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia Part 3Healing the Black Nation starts with Education; a firm understanding of who we are, and where we come from, knowing that our history did not start with enslavement and we have value. Connection is healing and is needed to heal the Black Nation, we need to incorporate more space to connect with ourselves in order to connect with other people. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka about How to Heal The Black Nation Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia is the Managing Director of Justice Initiatives at Chicago Beyond. Sh...2023-05-0412 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Reverberating Impact of The Justice System on Families | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia Part 2For every year that a person is incarcerated, they lose an average of two years off their life span. Incarceration has a negative impact on everyone, those incarcerated, their families, and the correctional staff. There is a need for holistic support and safety in the system that considers the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of those involved in the system. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka about The Reverberating Impact of The Justice System on Families Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia is the Managing Director of Justice In...2023-05-0310 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Relationship Between Trauma and Incarceration | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia Part 1We don’t often think about the re-entry of incarcerated people and those in the justice system into the family and society. The victims, perpetrators of crime, and law enforcers often share the same physical environment and this creates a partner of recurring traumas when they go into society. How can we design a trauma-informed justice system that allows families who are justice-involved to heal holistically? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Nneka about The Relationship Between Trauma and Incarceration Dr. Nneka Jones Tapia is the Managing Director of J...2023-05-0211 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanLet Love Be The Guide | Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave Part 5Every decision that is made based on fear is a wrong decision, and the decisions made in love are the right decisions. We have to consciously choose love which equates to choosing life. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave about Finding Yourself in God Kimone Gustave is a Social Worker, trained in developmental disability. She is driven by the vision of the life that God has given her. Kimone is here to make a difference in our community; more specifically in the lives of the children and yo...2023-04-2910 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Power of the Subconscious Mind | Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave Part 4Your subconscious mind is a powerful force to be reckoned with. According to research, it makes up around 95% of your brain power and handles everything your body needs to function properly, from eating and breathing to digesting and making memories. Our past experiences and traumas corrupt the subconscious mind and part of our journey is undoing the corruption to come to that place of absolute healing. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave about The Power of the Subconscious Mind Kimone Gustave is a Social Worker, trained in de...2023-04-2809 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHow Your Belief System Shapes Your Reality | Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave Part 3Your beliefs, which you acquire over time, serve as filters through which you interpret life. They determine your focus, what you pay attention to, what you ignore, the clarity with which you observe and analyze experiences, your viewpoints on events, and the color of your interpretations. Your belief system can form your reality by affecting not only your own behavior but also the behavior of others toward you. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave about How Your Belief System Shapes Your Reality Kimone Gustave is a Social Wor...2023-04-2710 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanRevisiting Traumatic Experiences | Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave Part 2Revisiting traumatic experiences through flashbacks and recollections can be extremely difficult and painful. It takes the mind through a dark experience that feels like re-experiencing the trauma. In order to change perspectives, forgive yourselves and others, find closure, put meaning back into past life events, and journey with God into the future, you may need to revisit that experience. Have you gone through your healing journey? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave about Revisiting Traumatic Experiences Kimone Gustave is a Social Worker, trained in developmental disability. She is...2023-04-2610 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanFinding Yourself in God | Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave Part 1Sometimes we lose ourselves in the midst of life's trials and tribulations, and the desire to accomplish what once made us joyful disappears. At this moment, it is difficult to pull oneself out of that broken, abandoned place and begin to feel, hope, tune into the inner direction, and live in your God-given purpose. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Kimone Gustave about Finding Yourself in God Kimone Gustave is a Social Worker, trained in developmental disability. She is driven by the vision of the life that God has gi...2023-04-2511 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanStaying True to Yourself and to Your Course | Dr. Joan speaks with Jamar Root Part 5We all have something different about us, but we live in a world where there is a common desire not to disrupt the balance of a group of individuals. To identify our distinct pathways and stay on course, we must deliberately step away from groupthink and forge our own paths. The journey to success might be lonely at times, but with the appropriate support, strength, focus, and being true to yourself, you will achieve your goals. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Jamar Root about Staying True to Yourself and to Yo...2023-04-2213 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanBuilding Mental Strength While Chasing Your Dreams | Dr. Joan speaks with Jamar Root Part 4There are times when we believe we are capable of handling anything life throws at us. Then there are days when even the tiniest setback feels overwhelming, particularly while pursuing your aspirations and vision. Building mental strength and fortitude assists you in resisting negative ideas and dealing with life's ups and downs. One of the ways to build is knowing and having the understanding that there’s always a purpose to everything both the negative and positive. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Jamar Root about Building Mental Strength While Chasing Your...2023-04-2110 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanFollowing Your Dreams and Doing What You Love | Dr. Joan speaks with Jamar Root Part 3There's an old adage that goes, "Do what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life." While this is intended for achieving a sense of fulfillment in your life while working, most individuals are torn between doing what they love and surviving. Due to the history of the Black community, most of the elders ignored what they loved, to focus on what helped them make a living. Right now, the younger generation seeks to find and chase what they love but are not sure how to make a living from it. How do you take what...2023-04-2013 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanChasing Your Dreams Authentically | Dr. Joan speaks with Jamar Root Part 2When was the last time you went a whole day being yourself? Being yourself comes down to prioritizing yourself and your dreams. It's tempting now more than ever to get lost in the identity, opinions, and dreams of others now more than ever, and this could come from the fear of challenges when chasing your dreams, and the fear of failure. While these are valid, the benefits of following your dreams far outweigh the cons. Ask yourself, "Am I stepping away from myself and my dreams right now, or am I in complete alignment with who I...2023-04-1912 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDiscovering Your Passion | Dr. Joan speaks with Jamar Part 1Discovering your passion is one of the greatest gifts that you can have. It takes you through a journey of self-discovery and self-approval rather than being dependent on external approval. Some people find their passion quite easily, others have to go through a long process to discover what they are passionate about. And this could take doing things you are not passionate about to find your passion. First, you have to decide to be yourself and know that it takes work to sit down, meditate, reflect, find your passion, and ask “What is my goal?” In this epis...2023-04-1812 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanCourse Correction: Growing within yourself | Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker Part 5Change is the progressive movement to the next thing and this could be in any aspect of your life but you must be able to free yourself from the enslavement of the mind, grow within yourself, be truthful with who you are, where you are, and figure out what works for you and be okay with it. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker about Course Correction: Growing within yourself  Tia Rucker is a Certified Life Coach and Reiki Master who specializes in various healing modalities. She is a l...2023-04-1509 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Discovery of Self | Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker Part 4Life moves quickly. Learning how to begin self-discovery could be the last thing on your mind and sometimes you need to be removed from certain environments to tap into your true self: your values, your needs, and wants, with no societal influence and get clarity on your purpose. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker about The Discovery of Self Tia Rucker is a Certified Life Coach and Reiki Master who specializes in various healing modalities. She is a living testament to her motto- Exist to Purpose. Trauma, gr...2023-04-1411 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanOvercoming Perfectionism | Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker Part 3The core of perfectionism is frequently the belief that your self-worth depends solely on your achievements rather than who you are as a person. How can you overcome perfectionism? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker about Overcoming Perfectionism Tia Rucker is a Certified Life Coach and Reiki Master who specializes in various healing modalities. She is a living testament to her motto- Exist to Purpose. Trauma, grief, and addiction caused her to spiral down and hit rock bottom on multiple occasions. Tia suffered from high achievers syndrome as...2023-04-1310 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanPerfectionism: Not Being Good Enough | Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker Part 2Perfectionism might seem like a minor hurdle to overcome but most of us are not aware that perfectionism is connected with that core belief that you are not enough or that what you have is insufficient. And this has led people to go beyond striving for excellence to experiencing mental breakdown when they fail to meet an unrealistic need to be literally “perfect” in various areas of life. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker about Perfectionism: Not Being Good Enough Tia Rucker is a Certified Life Coach and Re...2023-04-1209 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanCourse Correction | Dr. Joan speaks with Tia Rucker Part 1In moments where we have to choose between seeing things through or moving in a new direction, we don't always get it right 100% of the time. We choose our careers and it feels wrong. We start a business and that feels wrong. We found the guy or the girl, and make the commitment and that feels wrong too. Course correction helps you to be introspective acknowledge the mistakes head-on, grow from them and change to a direction that serves your purpose. It is not always easy to course correct but it is necessary. In this episode of...2023-04-1110 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanBuilding a Legacy | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King Part 5We all hope to build a legacy that will leave the world better than we met it. Building a legacy takes years of hard work, empowering others, and mentoring those coming after you. What do you need to build the legacy you hope to leave? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King about Building a Legacy Dr. Jacqueline King spent twenty-six years in various management positions for the largest Electric and Gas Company in New Jersey. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of...2023-04-0809 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDesigning and Building Programs and Ministries that Work and have Impact | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King Part 4In designing and building programs and ministries that work, you have to be aware of the constant changes that occur; it could be a change in market dynamics, customer demand, and technologies. Being aware of these changes and evolving alongside them helps you stay relevant in your field, which results in you building and making a positive impact. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King about Designing and Building Programs and Ministries that Work and have an Impact Dr. Jacqueline King sp...2023-04-0708 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanMentorship and Collaboration in the Black Community | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King Part 3The purpose of a community is to bring security and prosperity to its people. Mentorship and collaboration are two strategies for the Black community to heal, grow, and thrive. Collaboration among people of African Ancestry not only improves the lives of individual Black people but also increases the potential for healing and development of the Black community. How can we build reliable systems for others to be mentored, learn, and succeed? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King about Mentorship and Collaboration in the Black Community....2023-04-0610 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanCreating an Impact with Your Vision | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King Part 2In today's world, it's easy to get distracted by numbers and focus on increasing your social media following while overlooking the importance of making a positive difference in people's lives. Making an impact in your community often comes from meeting people's needs one at a time. You have a responsibility to make the world a better place; how do you meet the needs of others? How are you moving your vision forward and making an impact? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King about Creating an Im...2023-04-0509 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDesigning and Building Programs and Ministries that Work and have Impact | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Jacqueline King Part 1In every aspect of life, the season of training and preparation is often a challenging one. During this season, we all need someone to lean on, someone who sees greatness in us and offers mentorship. There is a mentorship gap in the Black community, and to achieve our goals and build effective systems, we must be able to mentor and be mentored. The Black community needs to empower, and support each other and create a thriving community where each person fulfills their purpose.  In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks wit...2023-04-0410 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanMenstrual Alignment | Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless Part 5Developing an idea and scaling it into a business comes with resistance. Overcoming these resistances is a major part of your success story. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless about Menstrual Alignment and the Resistance she faces. Christine Marie Quigless is a transformative keynote speaker, dedicated Menstruation Expert, Holistic Life Coach (ICF), and Founder of Sparrow Holistic who creates profound shifts in Menstrual Alignment within women through her Fierce GentlenessTM framework. She uses Holistic Shift (non-medical methods) to diminish and ev...2023-04-0111 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanWhy Menstrual Alignment is not Optional | Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless Part 4The Fierce GentlenessTM framework is built on awareness, boundaries, and faith. There has been an acceptance and normalization of menstruating women's pain, which has resulted in health issues. A good number of women are not aware of the realities of their being and body, and this has led to continual suffering. Some of the ways women can leverage their power is by understanding their being, the needs, and wants of the body, and knowing how to set healthy boundaries. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless ab...2023-03-3111 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanMenstrual Alignment | Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless Part 380% of our health problems are coming from stress. For women, the bleeding phase of the menstrual cycle is the time when your energy and hormones are at an all-time low. This period comes with different moods and a few days of rest are needed. When a woman communicates with her body, she understands her mood swings, wants, and needs, and she feels more in control of her life. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless about Menstrual Alignment and her Fierce GentlenessTM framework Christine Ma...2023-03-3010 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanWhy Menstrual Alignment is not Optional | Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless Part 2Every menstrual cycle is different. What’s typical for one woman may not be the same for someone else. Many women have endured years of excruciating pain during their cycles due to a lack of knowledge and awareness of what the body goes through, with only temporary solutions. What if there is a solution? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless about Why Menstrual Alignment is not Optional Christine Marie Quigless is a transformative keynote speaker, dedicated Menstruation Expert, Holistic Life Coac...2023-03-2911 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHolistic Learning: The Self-conscious, Superconscious, and Unconscious | Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless Part 1People learn in their own unique ways. People learn at different paces, have different strengths, challenges, and interests, and frequently employ learning styles that reflect their distinctive personalities. Holistic learning supports the self-conscious, superconscious, and unconscious and it fully activates all aspects of the learner's personality; intellect, emotions, imagination, and body for more effective and comprehensive learning. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless about Holistic Learning: The Selfconscious, Superconscious, and Unconscious Christine Marie Quigless is a transformative keynote speaker, dedicated Menstruation Expert, Holistic Life Coach (ICF), an...2023-03-2813 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanAnti Black Racism | Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai Part 5Getting credit for your work as a creative is a vital part of your creative experience. Black women creatives and Black people, in general, have gone through decades without being credited for their work. How do we get black people to get credit for their work? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai about Anti Black Racism Naomi Addai is a Toronto-based thespian, digital manager, and speaker. She currently attends Ryerson University, pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Governance. Her community care work can be seen th...2023-03-2512 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Trauma of Racism: Changing the Narrative | Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai Part 4For the longest time, Black people have perpetuated a false narrative about our origins and history. This narrative has consistently conditioned our mindset and response to the traumatic events that happened to our ancestors. In order to heal from trauma, we as a Black community must tell our stories through our lenses. Before the traumas, who were we? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai about The Trauma of Racism: Changing the Narrative Naomi Addai is a Toronto-based thespian, digital manager, and speaker. She currently attends Ryerson University, pu...2023-03-2412 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanBlack Women Creatives: Mental Well-Being and Occupying Spaces | Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai Part 3Being a Black Creative entails paving the way for others to speak in spaces that were not always designed to include creative voices. How can Black Creatives participate in business, politics, and government? How can we creatively structure our society to improve the lives of Black people? How can creatives strive and make an impact in a world that is not entirely structured for change? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai about Black Women Creatives: Mental Well-Being and Occupying Spaces Naomi Addai is a Toronto-based thespian, digital ma...2023-03-2313 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanEngaging in a Digital World | Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai Part 2Gen Zers, unlike any other generation, are the first digital natives and barely remember a time without technology. Along with the numerous benefits that the digital age provides, it also brings a variety of drawbacks. One of these harms is Social Anxiety, which has made it difficult for people to connect physically with others and build relationships. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai about Engaging in a Digital World Naomi Addai is a Toronto-based thespian, digital manager, and speaker. She currently attends Ryerson University, pursuing her Bachelor of...2023-03-2212 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanElevating the Visibility of Black Women Creatives | Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai Part 1Companies are embracing inclusivity, making promises about greater diversity, and hiring more Black people now than ever. However, Black women creatives continue to struggle with high visibility, and the innate creative experience of Black people remains untapped. How do we elevate the visibility of Black women creatives and create spaces for them to exhibit their work? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai about Elevating the visibility of Black women creatives Naomi Addai is a Toronto-based thespian, digital manager, and speaker. She currently attends Ryerson University, pursuing her Ba...2023-03-2112 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanNeurodivergence: Understanding Individuals different from us | Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann Part 5While everyone's brain develops similarly, no two brains function identically. Being neurodivergent means having a brain that functions differently than the average or "neurotypical" person's brain. How do you communicate with someone who thinks differently than you do? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann about Neurodivergence: Understanding Individuals different from us Annabelle (Bee) Baumann is a certified Intercultural Trainer, Moderator, and Speaker. She has worked as a blended learning Business English trainer in Germany since 2005. She published her first humorous self-help book “Gurrl, You Ain’t Crazy”...2023-03-1808 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanCommunication: Understanding Individual Thinking Style | Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann Part 4Thinking styles are a primary factor in communicating. Each person has a unique communication style and understanding your thinking style can help you communicate with others more effectively and easily resolve conflicts. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann about Communication: Understanding Individual Thinking Style Annabelle (Bee) Baumann is a certified Intercultural Trainer, Moderator, and Speaker. She has worked as a blended learning Business English trainer in Germany since 2005. She published her first humorous self-help book “Gurrl, You Ain’t Crazy” in 2020 and has published a dozen literary...2023-03-1708 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanStyles of Communication | Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Bauman Part 3Every individual has a distinct communication style through which they interact and exchange information with others. We all listen, think, and speak differently, and in order to understand and properly communicate with others, you must be aware of how you come across when communicating. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Bauman about Styles of Communication; Listening, Thinking, and Speaking Annabelle (Bee) Baumann is a certified Intercultural Trainer, Moderator, and Speaker. She has worked as a blended learning Business English trainer in Germany since 2005. She published her first hu...2023-03-1609 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHealing Through Communication and Humor | Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Bauman Part 2Humor may be the last thing on one's mind when seeking healing from past traumas, but laughter is powerful medicine. It lures people in ways that cause healthy physical and emotional changes in the body. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Bauman about Healing Through Communication and Humor Annabelle (Bee) Baumann is a certified Intercultural Trainer, Moderator, and Speaker. She has worked as a blended learning Business English trainer in Germany since 2005. She published her first humorous self-help book “Gurrl, You Ain’t Crazy” in 2020 and has publishe...2023-03-1509 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanNavigating Intercultural Relationships as a Child | Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann Part 1The rise in cultural diversity around the world has made us more aware of cultures other than our own. Individuals, however, may still find it difficult to adjust to these diverse cultures. How then does a child navigate interculturalism? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann about her journey of Navigating Intercultural Relationships as a Child  Annabelle (Bee) Baumann is a certified Intercultural Trainer, Moderator, and Speaker. She has worked as a blended learning Business English trainer in Germany since 2005. She published her first humorous self-help book “Gurrl...2023-03-1410 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanBuilding a Legacy | Dr. Joan speaks with Oby Chiapa Part 5Creating a legacy takes faith, and courage to make the world better than you left it. When you think of the generations to come, what legacy do you hope to leave? Are you building your legacy? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Oby Chiapa about Building a Legacy  Oby Chiapa is an Operations Manager at a New York Based Project, Program, and Construction Services Consulting firm. She is an agent for progressive change and believes that people will do better if they have the right resources and encouragement to see...2023-03-1113 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThriving in a Male-dominated Environment | Dr. Joan speaks with Oby Chiapa Part 4Male-dominated industries and environments are particularly prone to reinforcing negative stereotypes and creating uncomfortable environments that make it even more difficult for women to succeed. How do women thrive and succeed in such an environment, despite the limitations? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with  Oby Chiapa about Thriving in a Male-dominated Environment Oby Chiapa is an Operations Manager at a New York Based Project, Program, and Construction Services Consulting firm. She is an agent for progressive change and believes that people will do better if they have the right res...2023-03-1013 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Trajectory of Success for Men and Women | Dr. Joan speaks with Oby Chiapa Part 3Women and Men are diverse views when it comes to success in life or careers. While men have more of a tendency to define success by the level of their incomes and professional achievements, women generally place more emphasis on the journey and challenges they overcame on their success journey. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with  Oby Chiapa about The trajectory of success for Men and Women Oby Chiapa is an Operations Manager at a New York Based Project, Program, and Construction Services Consulting firm. She is an agent for...2023-03-0912 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Wins and Struggles of Black Women Creatives | Dr. Joan speaks with Oby Chiapa Part 2Black female creatives have been on the rise in recent years. More women are starting businesses, putting their work out there, and gradually gaining visibility. As we consider Elevating the visibility of women creatives during Women's History Month, we also have to shed light on some of the struggles Black women creatives face such as getting past the gatekeepers and access to funding. Black women are less likely to receive external funding and are more likely to fund their businesses with personal or borrowed funds. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with  Oby...2023-03-0811 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHumanization of Success | Dr. Joan speaks with Oby Chiapa Part 1When hearing the stories of highly successful people, it is easy to become discouraged, believing that success is unattainable due to the standards and struggles people face along the way. However, humanizing success and knowing that everyone struggles to get by keeps you motivated and on your path to success. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with  Oby Chiapa about Elevating the Visibility of Women Creatives Oby Chiapa is an Operations Manager at a New York Based Project, Program, and Construction Services Consulting firm. She is an agent for progressive cha...2023-03-0711 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanParenting in the Black Community | Dr. Joan speaks with Nathaniel A. Turner Part 2Over the years Black Community has been stereotyped and is now self-stereotyping. It is important we get ourselves from that stereotypical mindset and think about what we really want for our lives, our kids, and our community.  In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Nathaniel A. Turner about Parenting in the Black Community Nathaniel A. Turner is an entrepreneur, renowned speaker, author, philanthropist, and leading parental empowerment activist. The 'Human Propulsion Engineer' is the author of multiple books, including "Journey Forward: How to Use Journaling to Envision and Manifest the Lif...2023-03-0630 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanParenting: Life by Backward Design | Dr. Joan speaks with Nathaniel A. Turner Part 1How can you equip your kids to be intellectually astute, globally competent, and socially conscious? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Nathaniel A. Turner about Parenting; Life by Backward Design Nathaniel A. Turner is an entrepreneur, renowned speaker, author, philanthropist, and leading parental empowerment activist. The 'Human Propulsion Engineer' is the author of multiple books, including "Journey Forward: How to Use Journaling to Envision and Manifest the Life You Always Wanted," "The Amazing World of STEM," "Raising Supaman," "Stop the Bus: Education Reform in 31 Days", and "It's A Jungle Ou...2023-03-0528 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanMentorship of Kids in the Black Community | Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun "SF" Banks Part 5To develop the next generation of thought leaders, community builders, professionals, and entrepreneurs in the Black community, we must begin by mentoring, motivating, and equipping children with the necessary skills, attitudes, and confidence they need to succeed in life. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about the Mentorship of kids in the Black Community. Shaun SF. Banks have been involved in the youth development industry for over 20 years, focusing on developing youths’ self-confidence and self-efficacy. As a result, SF excels at motivating kids to go after their dr...2023-03-0413 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDiscovering your Child's Uniqueness | Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun "SF" Banks Part 4Every child is unique, and as children grow older, they are faced with fear, and doubt and may constantly compare themselves with others. How can parents learn about each child’s individuality and teach children that it is okay to be themselves? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about Discovering your Child's Uniqueness Shaun SF. Banks have been involved in the youth development industry for over 20 years, focusing on developing youths’ self-confidence and self-efficacy. As a result, SF excels at motivating kids to go after their dreams and...2023-03-0310 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanYouth Development in the Black Community | Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun "SF" Banks Part 3Today's world contains far more information than ever before. For the Black community, technology has been a gain and a pain. Children are constantly exposed to negative self-image, pornography, and misinformation. How do we deal with the information at our fingertips that fosters negative mindsets in children? The Black community must reclaim power from the system by rejecting negative projections, exposing youths to accurate information, censoring information that could harm children's minds, and constantly educating them. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about Youth Development in the Black Commun...2023-03-0211 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanKids and Socialization; Navigating the Modern World for Kids | Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun "SF" Banks Part 2A child's social development is just as important as other areas of development. How can parents and educators help them address their curiosities, confusions, and concerns in ways that promote interaction, understanding, and socialization in a busy and fast-paced world? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about Navigating the modern world for kids | Kids and Socialization Shaun SF. Banks have been involved in the youth development industry for over 20 years, focusing on developing youths’ self-confidence and self-efficacy. As a result, SF excels at motivating kids to go after...2023-03-0111 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe importance of engaged parents in 2023 | Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun "SF" Banks Part 1In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about The importance of engaged parents in 2023 Shaun SF. Banks have been involved in the youth development industry for over 20 years, focusing on developing youths’ self-confidence and self-efficacy. As a result, SF excels at motivating kids to go after their dreams and educating families on effective ways to produce the best version of their children. In 2007, SF opened the I AM Defense institute against profound disinterest in working with children. Since that time, he has developed a passion for creating personal development systems...2023-02-2812 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanRestorative Justice | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Part 5Over the years, the Black Community has experienced racial justice and this has continually surged in response to the rising number of murders of Black people by white and even black officers. How can we work towards a National Healing Journey? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Davis about Restorative Justice Practices Dr. Zaria Davis is a mentor, educator, and advocate. As Senior Consultant with New Direction Coaching & Consulting, LLC, her focus is on healing through spiritual care, leadership development, and advocacy within the criminal legal system. Dr...2023-02-2511 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanWomen and Incarceration; Trauma and unmet needs | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Part 4According to research, the number of incarcerated women increased by more than 475% between 1980 and 2020, rising from 26,326 in 1980 to 152,854 in 2020. Unfortunately, women in prison are not provided with the necessary amenities to maintain their health. The current provision of health care to imprisoned women falls far short of what is required by human rights and international recommendations in far too many cases. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Davis about Women and Incarceration Dr. Zaria Davis is a mentor, educator, and advocate. As Senior Consultant with New Direction Co...2023-02-2415 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Trauma of incarceration | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Davis Part 3Even before entering prison, incarcerated people are more likely to have experienced abuse and trauma than those on the outside. The effects of this earlier trauma follow people into incarceration, and this trauma is exacerbated by the dehumanization of the criminal justice system. Irritability and aggressive behavior are also common responses to trauma, making incarcerated people more vulnerable to substance abuse, PTSD, depression, and criminal behavior. How can we break the cycle of trauma and shift our focus away from incarceration and toward rehabilitation? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Za...2023-02-2316 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Racialized History of the Criminal Legal System | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Part 2There is an ongoing fight against mass incarceration, which has been steadily increasing. However, political and economic participation has played a significant role in the rise of mass incarceration, and the Racialized History of the Criminal Legal System has not been helpful. How do we change this system? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Davis about The Racialized History of the Criminal Legal System Dr. Zaria Davis is a mentor, educator, and advocate. As Senior Consultant with New Direction Coaching & Consulting, LLC, her focus is on healing th...2023-02-2217 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanMass Incarceration and the Trauma Associated | Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Part 1One in every five people imprisoned worldwide is held in the United States. According to a 2014 Human Rights Watch report, "tough-on-crime" legislation enacted since the 1980s has filled American prisons with mostly nonviolent offenders. Many people have been traumatized, many homes have been destroyed, and others are reliving the enslavement era. Is the enslavement experience being legalized through mass incarceration? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Davis about Mass Incarceration and the Trauma Associated Dr. Zaria Davis is a mentor, educator, and advocate. As Senior Consultant with Ne...2023-02-2112 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanNehemiah's Prayer for the African Nation | Black History Month with Dr. Joan Part 6In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks about the prayer of Nehemiah and says a prayer for the Black Nation What you can expect from this episode 00:18 The cry to the land 02:02 Nehemiah's prayer and what it means for us 06:40 Dr. Joan prays for the Black Nation Did you enjoy this show? Please leave us a review - a single sentence counts! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram and tag us so we can thank you personally!...2023-02-1910 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Toxic Cycle of the Trauma Triangle in Black Communities | Black History Month with Dr. Joan Part 5Black History Month 2023 offers our Nation the opportunity to finally make the decision to heal. We need to contemplate the forgiveness of the Europeans, and other Nations, and the Forgiveness of ourselves so we don’t repeat the atrocities done to us. We can no longer perceive traumatic events as something that happens to an individual with no ramification for everyone else in the community. A trauma endured by one person, is experienced by all members of their family and all members of the community not because of some conscious awareness of the individual's experience, but the en...2023-02-1808 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe Traumatic Moment the African nation must free itself from | Black History Month with Dr. Joan Part 4In our lifetime, we come to a moment of Ultimate Climax where we have the option to Live or Die. Then we are forced to make a choice; Dying with the Trauma or Healing and choosing to Live. The Black Nation has to make a choice In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks about The Awareness of the land and freeing ourselves from the Trauma Triangle. What you can expect from this episode 00:00 Black History Month Episode Introduction 00:53 The New Awareness "I belong to th...2023-02-1708 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanPeace Is A Territory We Occupy | Black History Month with Dr. Joan Part 3Do you ever wonder about the people who are free and audacious? There is the freedom that comes with knowing that God is the land and that you belong to God. Once you are aware of this, you step into the place of freedom and realize that you can be authentically free. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks about Occupying a Territory of Peace What you can expect from this episode 00:00 Black History Month Episode Introduction 01:15 The Will to...2023-02-1613 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanForgiveness and the Elements of Black History that boosts our mental | Black History Month with Dr. Joan Part 2Having gone through several traumatic events as a Nation, we are in a place where we need to pioneer peace and enter into the territory of true freedom. The question is, “As a Black Nation, how do we find peace and visualize true freedom?” In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks about Forgiveness and the Elements of Black History that boosts our mental health What you can expect from this episode 00:00 Black History Month Episode Introduction 00:43 Forgiveness and the Elements of Black History that boosts our mental Health...2023-02-1509 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanWays Black History Month affect our mental health | Black History Month with Dr. Joan Part 1What were we supposed to do? Every year that we celebrate Black History Month, we are one step closer to healing as a Nation and we need to heal to focus on our future and fulfill our purpose. Black History Month takes us through a remembering process while moving us beyond the question of "what happened" to the questions of "Who are we?" and "What were we supposed to do?" In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks about the Ways Black History Month affects our mental health ...2023-02-1410 minOn the Matterr: Motivation for Goal-Getters, Entrepreneurs and Anyone Ready to Level all the way Up!On the Matterr: Motivation for Goal-Getters, Entrepreneurs and Anyone Ready to Level all the way Up!Mental Health As it Relates to Black History w. Dr. Joan Samuels-DennisIn the episode, Oby joins Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis for a discussion on Mental Health as it relates to Black History.Dr. Joan holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing from Western University and is a trained trauma therapist. Her areas of expertise include mental health promotion, community development, trauma recovery, and truth, forgiveness, and reconciliation processes.Keep up with Dr. Joan at Drjoan.ca, email at connect@drjoan.ca or on instagram at @HeyImlistening_ Dr. Joan's Background - 4:14Why she studied trauma - 9:10People on Welfare - 10:40New Decision Therapy...2023-02-1254 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanA futuristic Black Nation - Painting a picture | Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordon Part 5When you think of the future of the Black Nation, what picture comes to your mind? If you could create a futuristic Black Nation, what would it be? Would you want equality or equity? What standards do you want to set? How do you intend to play a part in building the Futuristic Black Nation? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordons about The futuristic Black Nation Ken Gordon is a business executive, pastor, husband, father, award-winning author, and community servant. He is a highly sought-after speaker on le...2023-02-1114 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe fathers' role in building family, business, and leadership in the Black community | Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordon Part 4There’s a need for Black men to step up to leadership opportunities in families, businesses, and governments. There’s a need for Black men to step up to leadership opportunities in families, businesses, and governments. We must continually resist the narrative that Black men are deadbeats and constantly demonstrate and model what it looks like to have an engaged father and leader that has the interest of the family and society at heart. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordons about The fathers' role in building family, business, and leader...2023-02-1010 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanMentorship in the Black Community | Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordon Part 3Building a community and coming together can help people of African Ancestry achieve inclusion and equity in all industries. Embracing Mentorship connects mentees to opportunities, resources, and people who can help them develop their existing skills and gain positive visibility. This, in turn, helps the Black community grow, resulting in increased access to important relationships, experiences, and opportunities that can help these individuals propel forward and thrive. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordons about Mentorship in the Black Community Ken Gordon is a business executive, pastor, husband, fa...2023-02-0911 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe role of fathers in rebuilding the Black Community | Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordon Part 1In the United States, 25% of all fathers live in residences apart from their biological children 18 years and under. The role of fathers in the Black community has been overshadowed due to the number of Black households without fathers.  Despite this fact, the role of fathers in the Black community cannot be overemphasized. Fathers play a significant role in providing, protecting, and rebuilding the community. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Ken Gordons about The Role of Fathers in Rebuilding the Black Community. Ken Gordon is a business executive, pastor, hus...2023-02-0714 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanThe freedom that comes with Wealth | Dr. Joan speaks with Tony Kitchens 5However, the long-term wealth comes with the freedom of time, and the freedom to experience life. It is the freedom to live your life according to your own schedule and agenda, pursuing passions and creative endeavors that light you up. But what are you doing with the opportunities being presented to you? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchens about the freedom that comes with wealth and the legacy he wants to leave behind. Tony Kitchens is a speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has founded companies that ha...2023-02-0616 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. Joan5 Reasons Businesses fail | Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchens Part 4Every successful business or business owner has had challenges and failures. In order to create wealth, one must be able to visualize, take action toward your goal, learn from other successful people, and be flexible when business models don’t go as planned. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchens about 5 reasons businesses fail. Tony Kitchens is a speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has founded companies that have generated more than $100 million in revenue and serviced the largest multinational corporations in the world. He believes that everyone can...2023-02-0516 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanSuccess from within | Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchens Part 3Transformation happens when you take the necessary steps to improve yourself. What does success means to you and what are the choices you are making to get it? You never know how you will score in life if you never take the test. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchens about Success from within and dealing with rejection. Tony Kitchens is a speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has founded companies that have generated more than $100 million in revenue and serviced the largest multinational corporations in the world. He...2023-02-0416 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanEffective Strategies for Growing Wealth | Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchen Part 2Creating and growing wealth goes beyond having a dream. For your dream to become a reality, you must be committed to the process and willing to put in the effort. Most people have dreams, but not everyone is committed to investing in themselves, learning from others, and implementing what has been taught. Dreams come true if you do the work and stick to them. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchens on Effective Strategies for Growing Wealth and achieving your dreams. Tony Kitchens is a speaker, author, an...2023-02-0311 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanHow to Build Wealth and Success with Dr. Joan and Tony R. Kitchens | Part 1Building wealth and success is not a walk in the park; it takes grit, commitment, and the decision to be better tomorrow than you were yesterday. You must keep learning from those who have created wealth, work and push until you reach the point of financial freedom where you wake up every day not worrying about how to pay your bills. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Tony R. Kitchens on the Gift of Pain, Resisting Poverty, and Building Wealth and Success. Tony Kitchens is a speaker, author, and en...2023-02-0215 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDr. Joan speaks with Viola Baxter about empowering kids through Science EducationWe live in a world of science, but for the marginalized group venturing into science seems like something far from their reach. How do we simplify sciences for kids, ignite their interests and empower them to go discover more exciting things about our world? In this episode of Hey, I'm listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Viola Baxter about Empowering kids through Science Education Viola Baxter is a children's book author, a medical technologist in blood transfusion, and is interested in STEM education for young kids and wishes to get them interested in science from a...2023-01-281h 04Hey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDr. Joan speaks with Steve Bacon about Real healing; ending generational traumaCurrent research shows that 50% percent of women and 60% of men have endured at least one traumatic event during their lifetime. For the Black community, the trauma that our ancestors experienced has been passed down through each generation. However, not all are aware that they are dealing with generational trauma, nor have they taken a step to heal from that trauma. Life events + meanings = Quality of life In this episode of Hey, I'm listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Steve Bacon about Real healing; ending generational trauma Steve Bacon is a Life Coach and the Founder of...2023-01-211h 02SpeakUP! International Inc.SpeakUP! International Inc.Hey I’m Listening! - Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis, RN, Ph.DCanadian psychotherapist Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis, Ph.D., is a multi-award-winning speaker and authority on trauma recovery, reconciliation, and forgiveness. Joan has specialized in promoting the mental health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities for over a decade through her groundbreaking trauma recovery strategy, The Forgiveness Method.Thoughts on the podcast? Send us a text message.Support the show2023-01-1622 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDr. Joan speaks with Coach Lee Hopkins about building friendships and being your authentic selfSometimes we desire genuine relationships with others but are not genuine, open, or interested in people. Building authentic and genuine friendships starts with first being authentic with yourself and being self-aware. We must know that our History, hobbies, and habits play a huge part in our connecting with others. In this episode of Hey, I'm listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Coach Lee Hopkins about building friendships and being your authentic self. Coach Lee Hopkins is a transgender man who helps people create lasting friendships. After struggling with loneliness most of his life, he's tried various...2023-01-0753 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDr. Joan speaks with Amina Warsuma about the history of the Black Nation and seeking the truthA people's history and origins are always contentious issues. However, in order to progress in our healing journey, we must constantly seek the truth about our history and ancestors. In this episode of Hey, I'm listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Amina Warsuma about the history of the Black Nation and seeking the truth Amina Warsuma is an Author, Filmmaker, and former top international fashion model. She has a degree in Business and Cinema Production. She attended UCLA for Television pilot writing and owns a business Agent Zero Productions, LLC. Amina is the author of the...2022-12-3158 minHey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDr. Joan speaks with Elayna Fernandez about the one thing she thought she could never shareSometimes we go through life and encounter difficult situations; some we brush off, while others leave us traumatized for a long time, leaving us questioning our lives and wanting to die. How do you deal with your own pain or the pain of others? Sometimes being present and holding someone through their pain is all that is required. Reminding yourself that you have the ability to heal and tell your story. In this Christmas special episode of Hey, I'm listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Elayna Fernandez about the one thing she thought she could never share 2022-12-241h 27Hey I\'m Listening With Dr. JoanHey I'm Listening With Dr. JoanDr. Joan Speaks with Latisha Russell about childhood sexual abuse in the Black community, its impact and how we overcome itToday, in the United States there are more than 42 million survivors of sexual abuse. 1 in 3 girls is sexually abused before the age of 18. 1 in 5 boys is sexually abused before the age of 18. 30% of sexual abuse is never reported. 90% of child sexual abuse victims know the perpetrator in some way. There is worse lasting emotional damage when a child’s sexual abuse started before the age of six, and lasted for several years. Among child and teen victims of sexual abuse, there is a 42 percent increased chance of suicidal thoughts during adolescence. Latisha B. Russell and I begin ou...2022-10-2746 minHealing For The SoulHealing For The SoulOvercoming Trauma with Dr. JoanI really enjoyed my talk with Dr. Joan who truly understand trauma like I do in the correct way to approach it. It was very helpful to see how, Smashing the Mirror, can benefit anyone who is ready to deal with trauma as it's one of those things that is not fun to deal with however the healing that comes from overcoming trauma is the most powerful thing you can do to move forward to having the life you deserve. More about Dr. Joan: Dr. Joan is a leading trauma therapist in...2022-01-3135 minJay Shakur ReportsJay Shakur Reports#4. Forgiving & Living Fearlessly: A Conversation with Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis PH.D EP0.7 (Summer Preview #7)In this edition from the 2019 summer preview season, I talk with Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis PH.D. She is the director and founder of Becoming Inc. She practices and teaches a "holistic style" of forgiveness that has helped many overcome mental and physical health problems. She lives and operates in Canada.For more Background: https://jayshakurshow.com/articles/490forgiveTwitter: https://twitter.com/iamjayshakurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjayshakurYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR_GGIsYQlQ6VyIftXkw-CAMAIN WEBSITE: jayshakurshow.com2021-03-0954 minJay Shakur UncensoredJay Shakur UncensoredForgiving & Living Fearlessly: A Conversation with Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis PH.D | Ep. 3In this edition from the 2019 summer preview season, I talk with Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis PH.D. She is the director and founder of Becoming Inc. She practices and teaches a "holistic style" of forgiveness that has helped many overcome mental and physical health problems. She lives and operates in Canada.For more Background: https://jayshakurshow.com/articles/490forgiveTwitter: https://twitter.com/iamjayshakurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjayshakurYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR_GGIsYQlQ6VyIftXkw-CAMAIN WEBSITE: jayshakurshow.com2021-03-0954 minBecoming Beautiful I AmBecoming Beautiful I AmAre You Legit?In this episode, Dr. Joan walks us through the complex layers woven into each of the moments we forgive. She uses a personal experience that challenged her legitimacy as a psychotherapist to teach us about the hidden spiritual nuggets that come forward when we forgive. She eloquently speaks about our need and desire to belong and our unwillingness to sometimes claim the rights and privileges that come with belonging to a spiritual and natural family. She connects this teaching to Romans 8: 14-17. Get ready for another deep dive. ...2020-07-2153 minBecoming Beautiful I AmBecoming Beautiful I AmForgiveness 101: Forgiving the Derek Chauvins of the Last 401 YearsWhen we forgive we move through a 7-step process that requires that we become a detective … so imagine yourself as Sherlock Holmes with his magnifying glass and a big huge flashlight. The process requires that we first notice those things connected to the five senses. Then we notice and then discern spiritual things. In this episode, Dr. Joan forgives Derek Chauvin for the killing of George Floyd. Its the episode you can't miss. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joan-samuels-dennis/message2020-06-0942 minBecoming Beautiful I AmBecoming Beautiful I AmThe Tipping Point - A Memorial to the George Floyd's of the last 401 YearsI watched the video of George Floyd's murder and all the characters of my dream The Dark Night showed up live and in person. Derek Chauvin became the basement dweller; the three other cops, the people present, and the now the whole world became the on-lookers; the president, senators, mayors, and civil servants who deny the presence of a broken and dangerous basement dweller represents the homeowner. The media and various institutions that support and work hard to sell us stories that maintain the oppressive system are the people I call realtors. The house is God’s creation - Ea...2020-06-0647 minBecoming Beautiful I AmBecoming Beautiful I AmThe Basement Dweller - Part 1When was the last time you went into the basement and turned the light on? In today's episode, Dr. Joan Teaches us a new healing technique that allows us to face the deepest darkest thoughts, emotions, and memories hidden in the sub-conscious. Dr. Joan introduces us to a healing method - an elegant mix of forgiveness, prayer, and spiritual warfare. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joan-samuels-dennis/message2020-05-2944 minBecoming Beautiful I AmBecoming Beautiful I AmThe Dark NightIn this episode, Dr Joan introduces us to a dream called "The Dark Night" and uses it to explain what the dark night is, and what we must do to end it.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joan-samuels-dennis/message2020-04-2353 minBecoming Beautiful I AmBecoming Beautiful I AmThe RoomIn this episode of the Becoming Beautiful I Am podcast, Dr. Joan introduces us to "The Room" the place where the false self is birth and where it must eventually die. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joan-samuels-dennis/message2020-04-1539 min