21-30 are some of the things I’ve learned and adjusted over time to fit my joy I remember when I was in high school; I was so Pro-Black that it came off as anti-everything.  I look back at that stage with such admiration because it was the first sign that I could receive information and it actually created an emotion that led to action… how else would I have become an advocate?   Sounds silly, but over time I was able to find a Love of Being Black that didn’t isolate others or deny my feeling.  Growth is learning to adjust … Continue reading Pieces of Me: 21-30 are some of the things I’ve learned and adjusted over time to fit my joy

11-20 are some of the thing that feed my joy At some point in our lives we have to learn how to define what makes us happy.  This section gives us a chance to look at what feeds our joy; is it, a character trait or a simple action.  Make your list and then ask yourself how often you feed your joy. 11-20 are some of the thing that feed my joy 11.  I am full of love 12.  I am painfully honest 13.  I am a supporter of what is good/ right 14.  I love feeling, happy so I … Continue reading Pieces of Me: 11-20 are some of the thing that feed my joy

As I sit here listening to Ledisi’s song “Pieces of Me”; a thought crossed my mind, what are the pieces that make up a person?  The truth is that God only knows the whole of a person.   As a therapist, I have asked people to tell me who they are, who they want to be, or even what makes them up.  This question can be very challenging and upsetting for some who struggle with defining themselves in a world that is mostly defined by their past. So after some serious thought on how I can help others find the strength … Continue reading Introduction to Pieces of Me (Activity)