Are you aware of how you receive love? What about your partner's love language? As Valentine's Day approaches, Kea encourages you to become aware of your love language in order to clearly communicate your needs to your partner, family and friends. It can also help you resolve conflict and bring out the best in your relationships.

The five languages was created by Dr. Gary Chapman, an author, speaker, and marriage counselor and has has a passion for people, and for helping them form lasting relationships. 

References/Resources:

Take the 5 love languages quiz: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/

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Saturday, February 29, 2020
8:30am-5:30pm
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Therapist Shout-Out: Juliann Kinglocated in Scarsdale, NY https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/juliann-king-scarsdale-ny/487812

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
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The 5 Love Languages

In this brief yet candid episode, Kea shares that she's taking time to pull away to focus on herself and encourages you to practice self-care.

References/Resources:

Follow the company Instagram: www.instagram.com/firefliesunitemedia

Register and get certified in YOUTH Mental Health First Aid
Saturday, February 29, 2020
8:30am-5:30pm
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-registration-89426851119

Therapist Shout-Out: Juliann Kinglocated in Scarsdale, NY https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/juliann-king-scarsdale-ny/487812

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
Twitter: www.twitter.com/firefliespod
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Taking A Break

After experiencing a traumatic break-up, depression and anxiety while pregnant, Tracie Pinnnock is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) and specializes in helping women work through life transitions. In this episode, she shares how and why her relationship ended and offers tips on how to work toward healing after a break-up. Tracie helps women develop the necessary tools to heal from heartbreak and envision bright futures. Her story truly humanizes therapists. 

References/Resources:
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*Online therapy via video, phone, chat and audio with a licensed therapist at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy
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Therapist Shout-Out: Tracie Pinnock, LMFT located in Norwalk, CT http://www.tphtherapy.com/
Connect with Tracie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/therapist.tracie/?igshid=15k1vasmn4wk8

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
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How I Overcame Depression & Anxiety After A Break-Up To Help Women Heal Featuring Tracie Pinnock

Betterhelp
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*Online therapy via video, phone, chat and audio with a licensed therapist at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy
*Get 10% off your first month just for being a listener of this podcast  
 Visit: https://trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
Twitter: www.twitter.com/firefliespod
Instagram: www.instagram.com/firefliespod
“Like Us” on Facebook: www.facebook.com/firefliespod
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BONUS & SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Get Help & Better With BetterHelp

Are you battling burn-out? Do you struggle with making time for yourself? Do you know early warning signs that your mental health is deteriorating? Do you have a plan in place to get you back on track or help you navigate a crisis? Is self-care a priority?

If you answered no to any of those questions, you need a plan. The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is a self-designed prevention and wellness training that anyone can use to get well, stay well, and create the life they desire. Dr. Mary Ellen Copeland developed WRAP. It is an evidence-based practice and was initially used by health care and mental health systems all over the world to address all kinds of physical, mental health, and life issues. People in all types of circumstances now use this resource.

Training is open to ONLY 30 people, don't delay and register today by clicking this link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wellness-recovery-action-plan-wrap-tickets-98351033589

Betterhelp
*Take an assessment and get matched with a therapist, click here --- trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite
*Online therapy via video, phone, chat and audio with a licensed therapist at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy
*Get 10% off your first month just for being a listener of this podcast
Visit: trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
Twitter: www.twitter.com/firefliespod
Instagram: www.instagram.com/firefliespod
“Like Us” on Facebook: www.facebook.com/firefliespod
Join the Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1714131805325103/

Send all podcast inquiries to info@firefliesunite.com

BONUS & SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Wellness Recovery Action Plan

On this week’s episodes, Kea discusses characteristics of healthy relationships, offer tips on how to interact and copy with difficult people who are demanding, critical, manipulative, controlling, aggressive, and controlling. She also pushes you to think about your personal traits you  like and don’t like in others and qualities you can bring to your relationships

References/Resources:

Register for the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wellness-recovery-action-plan-wrap-tickets-98351033589

WRAP will help you in the following ways:

*Discover ways to create hope, support and advocate for yourself
*Discover your own simple and safe wellness tools
*Gain clarity on your values and beliefs
*Develop a list of things to do every day to stay well
*Identify upsetting events, early warning signs, and signs that things have gotten worse and develop action plans for responding at these times
*Create a crisis plan
*Create a post-crisis plan

Partnership with Betterhelp
*Take an assessment and get matched with a therapist, click here --- https://trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite
*Online therapy via video, phone, chat and audio with a licensed therapist at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy
*Get 10% off your first month just for being a supporter of this podcast
Visit: trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
Twitter: www.twitter.com/firefliespod
Instagram: www.instagram.com/firefliespod
“Like Us” on Facebook: www.facebook.com/firefliespod
Join the Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1714131805325103/

Send all podcast inquiries to info@firefliesunite.com

Characteristics of A Healthy Relationship

Inspired by Kea’s time in the partial hospitalization program, on this week's episode, she discusses the impact of gratitude on one’s mental health. It is scientifically proven that people who practice gratitude are happier. In the positive psychology space research has shown gratefulness and life satisfaction go hand-in-hand. Those who tend to be bitter rather than grateful are more positive and satisfied with their lives.

References/Resources:

Register for the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training: www.eventbrite.com/e/wellness-reco…ets-98351033589

WRAP will help you in the following ways:

*Discover ways to create hope, support and advocate for yourself
*Discover your own simple and safe wellness tools
*Gain clarity on your values and beliefs
*Develop a list of things to do every day to stay well
*Identify upsetting events, early warning signs, and signs that things have gotten worse and develop action plans for responding at these times
*Create a crisis plan
*Create a post-crisis plan

Partnership with Betterhelp
*Take an assessment and get matched with a therapist, click here --- trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite
*Online therapy via video, phone, chat and audio with a licensed therapist at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy
*Get 10% off your first month just for being a supporter of this podcast
Visit: trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
Twitter: www.twitter.com/firefliespod
Instagram: www.instagram.com/firefliespod
“Like Us” on Facebook: www.facebook.com/firefliespod
Join the Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1714131805325103/

Send all podcast inquiries to info@firefliesunite.com

Simple Steps To Have An Attitude of Gratitude

On this week’s episode, Kea shares what she does as a peer recovery specialist and how to become one. Did you know that peer support lowers the overall cost of mental health services by reducing re-hospitalization rates and days spent in inpatient services, increasing the use of outpatient services? Peer support improves quality of life, increases patient engagement, self-care, and health, according to the evidence for peer support by Mental Health America. 

Register for the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training. Training is open to ONLY 30 people, don't delay and register today by clicking this link www.eventbrite.com/e/wellness-reco…ets-98351033589

WRAP will help you in the following ways:
*Discover ways to create hope, support and advocate for yourself
*Discover your own simple and safe wellness tools
*Gain clarity on your values and beliefs
*Develop a list of things to do every day to stay well
*Identify upsetting events, early warning signs, and signs that things have gotten worse and develop action plans for responding at these times
*Create a crisis plan
*Create a post-crisis plan

Betterhelp
*Take an assessment and get matched with a therapist, click here --- trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite
*Online therapy via video, phone, chat and audio with a licensed therapist at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy
*Get 10% off your first month just for being a listener of this podcast
Visit: trybetterhelp.com/firefliesunite

Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation?
Twitter: www.twitter.com/firefliespod
Instagram: www.instagram.com/firefliespod
“Like Us” on Facebook: www.facebook.com/firefliespod
Join the Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds Facebook Group www.facebook.com/groups/1714131805325103/

Send all podcast inquiries to info@firefliesunite.com

What Are Peer Recovery Specialists & How Do They Support Mental Health?

Fireflies Unite Podcast With Kea is a weekly podcast from the perspective of individuals thriving with a mental illness created by suicide survivor T-Kea Blackman. The mission of the podcast is to bring light into darkness (just like the fireflies), encourage people of color to seek treatment, end the stigma and raise awareness. We want to show that mental illness does not have "a look"; it also includes everyday high functioning people. The podcast is also designed for people to see how everyday decisions impact their mental health such as finances, relationships, and nutrition. Podcast episodes are available every Monday. Join the conversation and get social! Facebook Closed Group-Fireflies Unite: Healthy MindsFacebook Fan Page: @firefliespodTwitter: @firefliespodInstagram: @firefliespod

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