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HC3 PodcastStrengthening the Front Lines of Behavioral HealthRecorded live in Chicago before an audience of HC3 members and partners, this episode marks the second installment of Season 3 and features highlights from HC3’s Q2 Summit: Strengthening the Front Lines of Behavioral Health. As mental health continues to take center stage in national and local discourse, this timely convening brought together leaders across health care, government, and social services to address a critical challenge: building and sustaining a strong behavioral health workforce.The conversation explores how targeted investments in people, policy, and practice can address persistent workforce shortages and dismantle systemic barriers to care. A...2025-06-182h 26
Habari za UN - Mtazamo wa Kimataifa Habari za kiutu03 JUNI 2025Hii leo jaridani tunakuletea mada kwa kinainayomulika kilimo kinachohimili mabadiliko ya tabianchi katika kaunti kama Kajiado, Kenya, ambayo jamii hukumbwa na hali ya ukame na mazingira magumu, mabadiliko chanya yanaonekana.Mustakabali wa mzingiro wa Israeli kwenye eneo la Palestina la Gaza inalokalia kimabavu ukiendelea kukumbwa na sintofahamu, wanawake na wasichana wamesimulia adha ya ukosefu taulo za kike wakati wanapokuwa kwenye hedhi huku upatikanaji wa maji ukiwa ni wa taabu.Idadi ya wakazi wa nchi zenye maendeleo duni, LDCs na zile za visiwa vidogo, SIDS wanaopata huduma zilizoboreshwa au za kisasa za maonyo ya mapema kabla ya majanga imefikia takribani milioni 400 n...2025-06-0310 min
Diamonds from DarknessE:15 Building Supportive CommunitiesHey GEMS! In this powerful and soul-nourishing episode of Diamonds from Darkness, we’re talking about something every Black woman needs and deserves: community. Host Syrie D. gets real about the emotional weight we carry—and why we were never meant to carry it alone.From the mental health benefits of connection to the cultural legacy of sisterhood, this episode is a deep dive into the healing, strength, and joy that supportive networks can bring. Whether it’s a sister circle, a sorority, a church family, or a group chat that keeps you grounded—community is more than a v...2025-04-0920 min
Black Woman LeadingS6E6: Healing Together with Camesha Jones-Brandon & Dr. Marion MalcomeIn this episode, Laura discusses the power of community-based mental health care with guests, Camesha Jones-Brandon and Dr. Marion Malcome. Camesha and Dr. Marion share about their work with the Chicago-based Heal TogetHER program, which provides peer support for Black women to be seen, heard, and build authentic connections that empower mental well-being. Heal TogetHER provides support to people who have mild to moderate mental health concerns with brief 1-on-1 emotional support, resource connections, and education about mental health conditions. They discuss preventative approaches in mental health, the significance of social connections for our overall wellness, and...2024-10-0354 min
Soul by the Pound PodcastCommunity HealingJoin us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Camesha L. Jones, LCSW, a trailblazing Community Mental Wellness Changemaker and the Founder of Sista Afya Community.
In this impactful interview, we dive deep into the significance of cultivating a supportive tribe and community to foster and sustain excellent mental health. Camesha shares invaluable insights on the vital importance of dismantling the stigmas surrounding mental health and cultivating environments of healing and understanding.
With eloquence and passion, Camesha guides us through practical strategies and invaluable resources to nurture healthy mental wellness. This conversation is...2024-03-1733 min
Inner WarmupHow to Find a Therapist with Camesha Jones, LCSWIn today’s episode, Taylor is joined by guest Camesha Jones, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness. Together, they dive into signs you might need therapy, how to find the best therapist for you, and how to navigate a therapist breakup. Wherever you’re at in your mental wellness journey, there’s something for you in this episode. Show NotesFree Self-Care AssessmentSelf-Care Sundays NewsletterInstagram: @innerworkout | @taylorelysemorrisonConnect with Camesha Jones:Website: Camesha Jones | Sista AfyaSista Afya: Instagram | FacebookLinkedIn: Camesha L. Jones, LCSW
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 4 RecapDeJada and Camesha recap and share their favorite moments from season 4 of The Quick Tip Podcast. Thank you to our listeners of The Quick Tip Podcast for tuning in weekly to engage with content focused on the well-being of Black women.
Take care and Be Well loves.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS4, Ep. 7: Creating my Own Way with Tytannie HarrisEntrepreneurship has grown amongst Black women over the past decade. Reasons that people create a business can be everything from financial freedom to increasing wealth and starting a legacy. We speak with Tytannie Harris, LCSW a Mental Health Business Owner about her experience as an entrepreneur, its impact on her wellbeing, and what to know if you’re interested in starting your own business one day.
Learn more about Tytannie Harris and her business TMH Behavioral Services at : https://www.tmhbehavioralservices.com/
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS4, Ep. 6: Navigating Workplaces as a Woman of Color with Emily WilliamsMost Black women will work and have a job in their lifetime. With that, their experiences of navigating the workplace are different and sometimes challenging. Emily Williams, a workplace coach, consultant, and speaker shares how she’s navigated workplaces as a Black woman and how she’s helping women thrive and find their voice at work.
Learn more about Emily Williams and her work supporting women of color in the workplace at: https://www.forwardwithemily.com/
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS4, Ep. 5: Emotional Intelligence at Work with Farah Harris
Emotional Intelligence is a practice that has gained more popularity in workplaces. With the rise in attention to emotional intelligence, there is a missing lens - one that incorporates the experiences of people of marginalized groups in the workplace. One woman is advancing emotional intelligence inside and outside of workplaces while centering the experiences of people of color. We’ll be doing a deep dive into emotional intelligence with Farah Harris a psychotherapist, speaker, and consultant of Working Well Daily.
Learn more about Farah Harris and her work at: www.workingwelldaily.com
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS4, Ep. 4: Helping Black Women Leave Toxic Jobs w/ Dr. Kimani Norrington- SandsMost of us can recall a bad job that we’ve had throughout our adulthood. Working in toxic and conflictual job environments can impact mental and physical health, self-worth, and hopefulness. Unfortunately, there are thousands of Black women struggling at work. In this first episode of our Black Women at Work series, we are fortunate to have Dr. Kimani Norrington- Sands, a clinical psychologist helping and healing black women who work in toxic jobs. If you are struggling at work and are looking for ways to exit, this is the episode for you.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS4, Ep. 3: Social Media's Impact on Self-worthSocial media has become a normal part of communication in our society. Social media presents opportunities to make more connections, learn more about interests, and develop community. The influence of social media can have an impact on how we see ourselves and how we compare ourselves to others. In this episode, DeJada and Camesha discuss their relationship to social media and how our self-image is affected by social media interactions.
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Conversations With a Wounded HealerLama Rod Owens - Heartbreak and Liberation on the Tantric PathMy guest procurement process is pretty standard: a social follow or professional acquaintance morphs into an invite and eventual recording session. For this episode, however, I gotta thank the gods of analog alignment. They placed me in my favorite wellness collective at a personal low point. Here, I encountered a flier announcing a special event featuring Lama Rod Owens. The topic? Tantric Buddhism. Lama Rod is a Black Buddhist Southern queen, international influencer with a Master of Divinity degree in Buddhist studies from Harvard Divinity School, and author. And if your only reference point for Tantric anything...2023-10-1857 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS4, Ep. 2 : Redefining Self-care with Taylor Elyse Morrison
Self-care is a word that we hear quite often in so many spaces. Whether it’s at work or in conversations with our girlfriends, self-care is a topic of conversation but we don’t always know how to practice it in ways that align with our needs and well-being. We are excited to have Taylor Elyse Morrison who is redefining self-care through her company and recently published book Inner Workout.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS4, Ep. 1: Value from Within w/ Dr. Adia GoodenIdentifying our self-worth is important but can be challenging in a world where we are pushed to value ourselves based on what we can do or produce. We are fortunate to have Dr. Adia Gooden a Clinical Community Psychologist who has made waves by laying out what it looks like to embrace your unconditional self-worth as a Black woman.
Listen to Dr. Adia's Ted Talk - Unconditional Self-Worth: https://youtu.be/EirlZ7fy3bE?si=kZLv8Kpfoaf-cgCN
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Conversations With a Wounded HealerDr. Cheddar Gorgeous - A Cultural Icon’s Guide to Courageous Connections and the Healing Power of DragYou, who are about to experience the brilliance of this episode for the very first time, are in for an extra special treat. With glitter on top. This one had me hootin', hollerin', AMENing, and researching tons of new-to-me things. Ladies, gentlemen, and those who eschew binary categorizations, please welcome the extraordinary Dr. Cheddar Gorgeous in conversation with our own amazing Anne. That's Doctor Cheddar Gorgeous, as in PhD for real. As in darling of RuPaul's Drag Race UK s4. As in renowned drag performer, celebrated artist and activist, mind-blowing academic, and all-around beautiful human. – I'm bookmarking ev...2023-10-041h 20
Conversations With a Wounded HealerMindy McCord - Stirring Up a Sober Curious, Socially Responsible Business at Siren Shrub Co.Healing takes on many forms. While our lists may vary, I’ll wager that not many of us place “business stewardship” in the top ten. The thing is, in a capitalist society, doing business differently just might be the antidote to community disinvestment and unsustainable consumption of people and physical resources. And, since we gotta start somewhere, why not with a little fizzy bevy? Mindy McCord, one-half of the team (alongside Layne Cozzolino) behind Siren Shrub Co., believes that being the best doesn’t necessarily mean being the biggest. Nor does it mean following a rule book written b...2023-09-2058 min
Research in the StreetsWhy Black women?We're talking about Black women and the role our journey plays in our shared experiences of how we show up in the work. Featuring Melody Spann-Cooper (Midway Broadcasting Corporation/WVON), Tanya Woods (Westside Justice Center), Camesha Jones (Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness), Dr. Chrissy Brown (Black Researchers Collective), Dr. Tiffany McDowell (Black Researchers Collective), and Melissa Brown-Sims (Black Researchers Collective).
Recorded: October 18, 2022
Published: August 31, 2023
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 3 RecapDeJada and Camesha share their favorite moments and takeaways from Season 3 of The Quick Tip Podcast. This season focused on social support and the Black family. If you haven't had a chance to listen to all the episodes of Season 3, we encourage you to take a listen. Listen to the end of know when Season 4 drops!
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep. 8: Embracing the Black CommunityRelationships are an important part of the well-being of the Black community. The presence and power of connection provides love, leadership, and strength to our communities. In this final episode of the Black Family series, DeJada and Camesha talk about why it’s important for the Black community to be connected in loving and honorable ways.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep. 7: Generational Blessings over Generational CursesOver the past few years, there has been A LOT of talk about generational curses and patterns in the Black community. People are conscious of challenges within their families and want to make changes to improve their lives and future generations. Another topic that isn’t talked about is generational blessings - things that can happen in our lives in a positive way that can have a positive impact presently and in the future. In this episode DeJada and Camesha unpack both generational blessings and curses and what it takes to make the changes that shift the trajectory of ou...2023-07-3039 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep.6: Empowering Black Single Mothers with Eva Maria LewisBlack mothers play a vital role in the health of families and communities. However, Black single mothers are often experiencing barriers to receiving the care they need to improve and enhance multiple areas of their lives. Our guest, Eva Maria Lewis is an award-winning advocate for Black women, single mothers, and communities impacted by poverty-induced gun violence. In this episode, she provides unique insight and solutions to increase opportunities, care, and possibilities for Black single mothers.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaBig Announcement!Camesha shares a big announcement going live today for our non-profit Sista Afya Community Care! Head to our Instagram page to see the big reveal: @sistaafya
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep.5: Navigating Parenting as a Black Mom with April Threatt, MAThere’s a saying that no one knows what it’s like to be a parent until you become one. Within that, there are so many nuggets of wisdom and support that parents can utilize as they are raising their children. Today we have the opportunity to learn from April Threatt a Therapist at Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness who specializes in Maternal Mental Health and helps Black moms navigate motherhood and parenthood.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep.4: Supporting our Girls with Chanell Hill, LCSWSupporting Our Girls is the first episode in our series on The Black Family. DeJada and Camesha interview Chanell Hill, LCSW-S - a leading Therapist supporting and advocating for Black girl's mental health. Chanell shares the current issues impacting Black girls, current approaches that are promising, and how we can all be a part of the solution in transforming Black girl's mental well-being. DeJada, Camesha, and Chanell share how they navigated Black girlhood and how it shaped the women they are today.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep.3: Exploring Attachment in Relationships with Taylor Pettway, LMFTExploring Attachment in Relationships is the final episode in our Social Support series. We discuss different attachment styles and how it affects how we show up in relationships with Taylor Pettway, LMFT - a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Chicago. Taylor specializes in supporting Black families to heal from intergenerational trauma, strengthening single-parent and blended families, and helping couples and families work through conflict. If you are looking to better understand your attachment style and what it tells you about your relationships, this is an episode you don't want to miss!
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep. 2: Socializing through HobbiesIn this episode of our Social Support series, DeJada and Camesha discuss their childhood hobbies and how they are indulging in hobbies as an
adult. They share how hobbies can build your social network and offer tips of how to get started no matter where you are at.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaS3, Ep.1: Overcoming Loneliness and Making Friends as an AdultThis episode is the first in our Social Support series for Season 3 of The Quick Tip Podcast. In this episode of The Quick Tip, Camesha and DeJada do a deep dive into why Black women are experiencing more loneliness. They share their own experience with navigating friendships and provide tips to build and strengthen social connections.
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Power Your StoryHeavy Metal and Mental Health with Artist Justin BowlingWe are sharing a different spin on mental health with Heavy Metal fan, musician and artist Justin Bowling. This interview was hosted by Carlos, Essence, Leslie, D'Angelo, and ChuYing, produced by Aldo, edited by Brian. If you are struggling with mental health, anxiety, or depression, please know that you are not alone. Reach out to someone at your school, your medical provider, or someone you trust to help you find support. Check out Justin's art at: https://www.vestebancomics.com Facebook Instagram METAL MUSIC RECOMMENDATIONS FROM JUSTIN: ...2023-05-3017 min
Grown Girl Divorce PodcastProtecting and supporting your mental health in intimate relationships with Camesha L. Jones, LCSWRelationships are the foundation of our personal and professional lives. But, what happens when our relationship with ourselves or those we have welcomed into our lives are unhealthy? How do we protect and support our mental health in our relationships? In this episode, our guest, Camesha L. Jones, the Executive Director of Sista Afya Community Mental and Wellness, helps us understand the following:
Why depression in Black women looks different from how commonly characterize depression?
Why it's important for women to have an identity outside of a relationship?
The mental health strategies she recommends when we find ourselves g...2023-05-2538 min
Power Your StoryAdvocating for Mental Health and Peer Support with Ashley ScottMay is Mental Health Awareness Month and we know it's an important topic for teens around the world. Elvis, Emerie, Alejandro, and Jules interviewed Ashley Scott, a Chicago-based peer support specialist, mental health advocate, artist, fashion design student, and Lego fan. We talked about her career path, what it takes to work in mental health and how her own self-care practices. Ashley tells personal stories about anxiety, depression, and recovery. We touch on suicide and suicidal ideation. We know these topics can be difficult to talk or think about, but we also believe it's important to have...2023-05-2336 min
The Group Practice ExchangeEpisode 213 | Increasing your Practice's Social Impact with Camesha JonesHey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to give back to your community? As we are agents to make people feel better about their lives, it is a natural thing to desire goodness not only for our clients but also for as many individuals as possible. We are grateful to have Ms. Camesha L. Jones, the Founder of Sista Afya Community Wellness. She is a social worker that aims to have an impact on a specific niche of the community which is black women with their mental health. With that, she will be inspiring us i...2023-04-0526 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 50: Making Communication Cadence Count - Sista Afya Community Care with Camesha JonesSend us a textDonor-centered communication has been one of the keys to unlocking growth, funding, and community support for Sista Afya Community Care in Chicago. Committed to maintaining excellent standards of care in everything they do, today Executive Director Camesha Jones shares how finding the perfect rhythm, tools, and touchpoints to communicate with their supporters and beneficiary community, is an extension of that ‘excellence in everything’ approach.Sista Afya is a social enterprise that provides community mental welln...2023-02-1521 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip#12: New Year, New Me?In the season finale of The Quick Tip, DeJada and Camesha share reflections from the year, setting goals, and gratitude for the small and big things they’ve accomplished.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #11: #NoFilterIn this episode of The Quick Tip, Camesha and DeJada discuss times they’ve had #NoFilter and ways to effectively communicate our thoughts and feelings to others.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #10: #CancelCultureIn this episode of The Quick Tip, DeJada and Camesha share reflections on celebrities and #CancelCulture.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #9: Honoring your seat at the table.In this episode of The Quick Tip, DeJada and Camesha want to remind you that you deserve a seat at the table. Listen to the end for some powerful affirmations!
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #8: Dealing with FOMO in your 20s and 30sDeJada and Camesha discuss the real when it comes to FOMO (fear of missing out) in your 20s and 30s. They discuss comparisons, dreams coming true (and not coming true) and how to appreciate our lives for what they are.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #7: Things to do in the WinterThis episode of The Quick Tip we're getting you ready for winter! DeJada offers great things you can do to stay active and well during the winter season.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #6: How did we become so anxious?In this episode of The Quick Tip, DeJada and Camesha discuss the prevalence of anxiety in our society and ways to begin understanding how it shows up in our lives and ways to get support.
To learn more about anxiety and to get support visit: https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad/resources
Anxiety as a Black Women: https://adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/be-female-anxious-and-black
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #5: How to make it through growing painsIn this episode of The Quick Tip, DeJada and Camesha discuss adulting, making progress, and growing through challenges.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #4: Getting along as Black Women.In this episode of The Quick Tip podcast, Camesha and DeJada discussed the trials and triumphs of Black women getting along and what we can do to build a stronger sisterhood.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #3: How to have healthy relationshipsIn this episode of The Quick Tip podcast, DeJada and Camesha discuss the state of relationships in the Black community and ways we can build healthy ones.
If you are in an unhealthy relationship and need support, a resource for support is The Network: https://the-network.org/
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #2: Things to know about TherapyIn this episode of The Quick Tip podcast, Camesha shares some things to know before starting therapy and how to make the most of it on your healing journey.
Recommended Therapist Directories:
Therapy for Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
Inclusive Therapists: https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/
ZenCare: https://zencare.co/
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
Clinicians of Color: https://www.cliniciansofcolor.org/
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 2, Tip #1: Protecting my PeaceIn this episode of The Quick Tip podcast, Camesha and DeJada discuss how to set (healthy) boundaries and break down what it means to really protect your peace.
To learn more about setting healthy boundaries, check out Nedra Tawwab's book, Set Boundaries Find Peace: https://www.nedratawwab.com/set-boundaries-find-peace
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The Persian Empress Empire 🎙 Hosted by : Janyce Champion 🌹Mental Health and Minorities ~ Babies Cooked AliveThis episode is about three specific cases where the individuals involved suffered from mental health issues and couldn’t get the help they needed resulted in some tragic consequences. Please understand that having a mental health condition does not mean anything is wrong with you but you clearly need help. Seek the help by reaching out to a loved one or an organization that can guide you towards a resolution. Mental Health America, Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness, National Alliance for Hispanic Health, and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services are just to name a few. I DO NOT OWN TH...2022-10-0912 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #12: Healing opportunity! Worthy - A Self-Love Support GroupIn this episode of The Quick Tip, co-host Camesha sits down with Sista Afya Therapist Betty Hailu, LSW to discuss her upcoming support group focused on Self-Love - Worthy.
Listen to learn more about the group and if you're in Chicago, sign up for Worthy at: www.sistaafya.com/services
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #11: The Truth Behind Being Booked and BusyIn this episode, Camesha discusses the wins and the losses of the booked and busy lifestyle for ambitious Black women.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #10: Nobody's PerfectIn this episode of The Quick Tip Podcast, Camesha discusses perfectionism and how it shapes our self-worth and our mental health.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #9: Loving the Skin You're InIn this extended episode of The Quick Tip Podcast, DeJada and Camesha discuss accepting our bodies, self-love, and embracing the skin we're in as Black women.
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Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness provides the The Quick Tip Podcast, including any references, links, or other knowledge resources, for informational purposes only. Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness does not provide any medical or professional advice on The Quick T...2022-08-2810 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #8: I Just Wanna Be HappyIn this extended episode of The Quick Tip, DeJada and Camesha discuss our culture's obsession with happiness. They provide insight about how they're cultivating happiness and fulfillment in their lives and leave you with some ways to experience happiness differently.
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Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness provides the The Quick Tip Podcast, including any references, links, or other knowledge resources, for informational purposes only. Sista Afya C...2022-08-2108 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #7: True capacity as a Black momIn this extended episode of The Quick Tip, co-host DeJada shares what true capacity is and how it can support Black mothers' well-being. Listen to the end for a special activity to help you with managing your capacity.
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Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness provides The Quick Tip Podcast, including any references, links, or other knowledge resources, for informational purposes only. Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness does...2022-08-1408 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #6: In My FeelingsThis episode of The Quick Tip is all about our emotions. It is okay to be in our feelings but how do we not be controlled by them? Listen to this episode for some interesting insight about managing emotions.
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Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness provides the The Quick Tip Podcast, including any references, links, or other knowledge resources, for informational purposes only. Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness does not provide any m...2022-08-0703 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #5: So where'd you get that relationship advice?In this episode of The Quick Tip podcast, co-host Camesha discusses how to decipher all the relationship advice given to Black women on the internet and social media.
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Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness provides the The Quick Tip Podcast, including any references, links, or other knowledge resources, for informational purposes only. Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness does not provide any medical or professional advice on The Quick Tip podcast. Anything said shou...2022-07-3104 min
Black Women Healing PodS2: EP 21 Wellness Offerings from Sista AfyaIn today's episode, we are joined by Camesha Jones, Community Mental Wellness Changemaker and Founder & Executive Director of Sista Afya. We discuss Creatively Healing through Community and Camesha discusses several different ways to start/continue your healing journey.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip#4: Healing Opportunity! Supporting Black MothersIn this episode of The Quick Tip Podcast, DeJada shares what Sista Afya has in store for Black mothers in Chicago including the "What's Tea?" Mother's Picnic on Saturday, July 30th from 1PM-3PM, and our mom support called, Mamas Making Moves, starting August 20th.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip#3: Being Heard: A Reflection on Mo'NiqueIn this episode of The Quick Tip podcast, host Camesha shares her reflections on Mo'Nique's recent conflicts and a fresh perspective on being heard as a Black woman.
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Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness provides the The Quick Tip Podcast, including any references, links, or other knowledge resources, for informational purposes only. Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness does not provide any medical o...2022-07-1703 min
Lotus Flower PodcastThe Intersection of Mental Health and the Black CommunityJuly is National Black Mental Health Awareness Month. And as is the case with almost every issue, topic and challenge in America, African Americans are impacted by mental illness in disparate ways.In this episode we will explore what happens at the intersection of mental health and one’s experience as a member of the Black community? While the experience of being Black in America varies tremendously, there are shared cultural factors that play a role in helping define mental health and supporting well-being, resiliency and healing.Mental illness, which is generally characterized by dysregulation of...2022-07-151h 25
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip #2: #HealedGirlSummerIn this episode of The Quick Tip, DeJada and Camesha discuss #HealedGirlSummer and ways to continue improving your mental wellness over the summer.
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Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness provides the The Quick Tip Podcast, including any references, links, or other knowledge resources, for informational purposes only. Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness does not provide any med...2022-07-1006 min
The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaSeason 1, Tip#1: Burnout Be GoneWelcome to The Quick Tip podcast hosted by DeJada and Camesha of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness. Each week, we'll share our reflections about topics in Black women's mental wellness that are relatable and offer actionable tips in 5 minutes!
In this episode, we are discussing the impact of Burnout on Black women's mental wellness. Listen to the end for a special invitation to deepen support for you to recover from burnout.
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The Quick Tip with Sista AfyaWelcome to The Quick Tip!Welcome to The Quick Tip podcast hosted by DeJada and Camesha of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness. Each week, we'll share our reflections about topics in Black women's mental wellness that are relatable and offer actionable tips in 5 minutes!2022-06-3000 min
Conversations With a Wounded HealerSara Calvarese - Astrology, Entrepreneurship, and Eroding Capitalism With a Science WitchLet's settle this once and for all: astrology is a science like quantum physics and theoretical math. Please don't come at me; I've got a former chemical engineer on my side. Actually, my guest Sara Calvarese, the aforementioned former chemical engineer, made that bold proclamation at the top of our chat. Throughout the convo, Sara drops truth bombs supporting astrology's place alongside other analytical pursuits along with quotable gems regarding small business ownership, community, and eroding capitalism. Astrology, entrepreneurship, and degrowth––a trifecta of healing endeavors that this Wounded Healer is intensely passionate about (cue my inner Chiron monologue!). If yo...2021-12-2952 min
Black Businesses MatterYou deserve to talk your sh** with 2021 SouthPitch Champ and founder of Sista Afya, Camesha L. JonesWe would love to hear from you! Text "BBMFAM" to (312) 300-1300.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Black Businesses Matter Podcast, Camesha and I discuss mental health. Specifically mental health within the black community. We touch on the stresses of black women which include financial, relationship-based, and many other triggers. Camesha explains how we got here and how Sista Afya is trying to help.IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT… LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)Mental wellness How Camesha came into Ment...2021-12-2751 min