Episode 2: Can you see my pain? Living with Fibromyalgia and Lupus

07/31/22 • 33 min

July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 2008. Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition, but the correlation between chronic pain and mental health is often a conversation that we don't have concerning the two topics. According to Mayo Clinic, Chronic pain and mental health disorders are common in the general population, and epidemiological studies suggest a bidirectional relationship exists between these two conditions. Join us for a conversation with Dyyone Alberty and Linda Lewis Thomas, who will share their stories about living with the chronic pain of Fibromyalgia and Lupus. Not only will you hear their struggles but also their triumphs and tips on how you can assist persons with these debilitating illnesses.

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Episode 1: Mental Illness is not Weakness - A Father & Son Conversation

Join Father & Son duo Jermine and Jerimiah Alberty for the inaugural episode of The Salt Talk. We will have a blunt yet light-hearted conversation about eliminating the stigma of mental illness and debunking the myth that mental illness is a weakness. As a community, we should celebrate those who live with mental illness as not only survivors but thrivers. We will add a little dash of flavor to the conversation and talk about how our service, affirmation, and love of others will transform not only individuals but our community.

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Episode 3: Living Free through Holistic Wellness

August, National Wellness Month focuses on self-care, stress management, and the promotion of healthy routines. Although the month is almost over, it is never too late to begin making healthy habits a part of your daily routine 365 days a year.

That is why we are so excited to have our guests; the Holistic Entrepreneur Christina Thomas is a certified mind-body medicine life coach and spiritual practitioner; she works with individuals who are at the crossroad of life and specializes in trauma, wellness, and veteran advocacy as a trauma survivor and veteran.

You don’t want to miss this episode, where you will learn the importance of ensuring that you are aligned or even realign to achieve your holistic wellness and gain freedom when you feel stuck in the rut of life. We will even talk about actions you can take to attain or maintain your wellness and so much more.