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Life is good...like REALLY good. In fact, it’s LIT. You’re “blessed and highly favored.” To the casual observer, everything on the outside appears to be wonderful. But on the inside...you feel empty. Lady, is this you? If so, you may be experiencing depression. What we know for sure is that ALL of us will experience symptoms of depression related to many normal life events like a relationship breakup, grief over a loss, or other stressors. For most of us, the feelings of sadness last for a few days at most. For others, if the symptoms last more than a two weeks we may be experiencing a major depressive episode. Today Terri and Dom discuss what  depression looks like; what are some causes; and why we need to reduce the stigma so that we can take care of ourselves. Terri shares with us pieces of her journey with depression and Dom addresses the uncomfortable topic of suicide. &nbsp; Some Common Signs and Symptoms of Depression:  Sadness Anger Loss of interest or pleasure Changes in sleep, weight, appetite  &nbsp; Quote of the Day: “I don’t think people understand how stressful it is to explain what’s going on in your head when you don’t even understand it yourself”- Anonymous &nbsp; Takeaways:   Take 5 minutes a day to pour into yourself (meditation, walking, talking with your support system) Check on your friends- especially the strong ones  Mood Tracker app If you or someone you know ever has thoughts of suicide please contact National Suicide Prevention Hotline   &nbsp; Resources:  Therapy for Black Girls Psychology Today &nbsp; Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook:  @herspacepodcast Website: herspacepodcast.com Email: herspacepodcast@gmail.com

S1E10: Thriving With Depression

From California to Florida, Bernie is crisscrossing the country, learning about the myriad problems Americans face, and laying out his vision for a better future.

On this episode, we catch up with some of his greatest hits of recent weeks, as well as hear from everyday Americans for whom climate change, affordable housing, good-paying jobs, criminal justice, and so many other issues are not "an intellectual exercise," as Bernie puts it.

Hear the Bern

21 - Best of Bernie: Winning the Class War | Green New Deal | Justice for All

Lady, what has your experience been with white people? Are you accustomed to being the only Black person in a space? Do you have very little interactions with white people? Most of us have experienced racism, microaggressions and other forms of racial trauma. Being Black in America can be exhausting despite how much joy you see. In the current racial climate some of the white people in our lives have been reaching out to engage us. In today’s episode Terri and Dom describe some of the uncomfortable conversations we may have with white people and how we can navigate those conversations with our best interest at the center. 


Quote of the Day:
“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”
 -James Baldwin


Takeaways:
Tips for Having Uncomfortable Conversations with White People
Know your audience and context
Be open-minded
Think ahead regarding consequences of words and actions
Set ground rules or use safe words
Keep the focus of the conversation away from comforting the other person
Have a purpose or goal in mind
Use “I” statements
Lean into curiosity
Pour into yourself before and after the conversation
 
Rachel Cargle

TalkBack Tuesday with Dr. Dom
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
H.E.R Space Sanctuary


Resources
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls 
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC


Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: herspacepodcast.com
Email: herspacepodcast@gmail.com
H.E.R Space Sanctuary: https://www.facebook.com/groups/herspacesanctuary/

S7E11: Uncomfortable Conversations with White People

Lady, how do you remain positive when everything around you is negative? In today’s episode, Terri and Dom reflect on times in which their peace has been disrupted and explore what they do to remain in a higher vibration when they are being pulled into negativity. The discussion around the coping tips is one that will build up our armor in managing the negativity. The real life examples are sure to be ones that sound familiar. 


Quote of the Day:
"Peace is the result of retraining your mind to process life as it is, rather than as you think it should be."
-Dr. Wayne Dyer


Takeaways:
Tips for Protecting Your Peace
Don’t take it Personally
Find/Create a Sacred Space
Practice Gratitude
Create Positive Affirmations
Be Conscious of Your Thoughts
Journal
Set Boundaries
Find a Support System
 

TalkBack Tuesday with Dr. Dom
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
H.E.R Space Sanctuary


Resources:
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls 
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC


Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: herspacepodcast.com
Email: herspacepodcast@gmail.com
H.E.R Space Sanctuary: https://www.facebook.com/groups/herspacesanctuary/

S7E13: How to Stay Positive in a Negative Environment

In a world where black women are often underrepresented and misunderstood, we need more safe spaces to just… be. Every Friday, join Dr. Dominique Broussard, a college professor and psychologist, and Terri Lomax, a techie and motivational speaker, as they initiate authentic conversations on everything from fibroids to fake friends.

If you’re a black woman or woman of color looking for an extra dose of inspiration on the go, pull up a seat and join us on the H.E.R. (Healing, Empowerment, Resilience) Space podcast. Episodes are published every Friday on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, and Soundcloud.

We can’t wait to meet you, sis!

S1E10: Thriving With Depression

Cultivating H.E.R Space