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I cried for my client yesterday. As a trauma therapist, I am used to hearing some pretty devastating stories about the things clients have experienced, leading them to my office. Pretty much anything you can imagine, I have heard. But childhood trauma is not why I cried yesterday. I cried because my client learned that…
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Revolutionary Black Grace Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration next week, her office said Tuesday, without providing an explanation for her decision. “Former President Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. Former First Lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration,” a statement from the Office…
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Go Hard or Go Home THIS is Rachel Gunn And so is THIS You may have heard about the 36-year-old Olympic breakdancing sensation Rachel Gunn from Australia. She wowed the Olympic judges with her breaking routine scoring “0s” in all 3 rounds of the competition. I was blessed to see Rachel’s routine (and her scores)…
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Who Do You Luh? Experiencing empathy is a struggle when engaging people whose belief systems differ from yours. But have you ever witnessed a lack of empathy from individuals who share your beliefs yet have a different experience? Their messages are similar to a song from Mary, Mary. I luh God. You don’t luh God?…
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Legacy of a Legend Bill Duke was just selected to have his star placed on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is part of the Class of 2024. If you don’t know who he is, Bill Duke has an acting career that started in 1972; a directing career dating back to 1978 (with the tv…
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Evolution of Woman Women Who Didn’t Hit Their Stride Until They Were In Their 40s “For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” ~ Michelle Obama As…
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The Doctor Is In As I operate in my gifts, I realize there is a special kind of peace in watching the table and room shift. There is also an adjustment period as you become aware of this shift and finally, when you see how it becomes apparent to others. I am thankful for all…
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Told You So! At least three times, I have been challenged in court, of all places, for my ability to connect with clients and hear their stories. The challenge usually comes from the attorney of the parents who are bothered by my presence in their children’s lives. You would think they would be happy for…
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On The Ledge If you had the opportunity to watch Law and Order (S23 E6) on the last day of Black History Month, hopefully, the message was not lost on you. This episode hit hard for all the right reasons. I hope they had someone on set to help the cast and crew process. #socialwork…