Kessonga highlights the critical role of community in mental health, sharing insights from a transformative project and emphasizing mindfulness in fostering support and resilience.
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We've Turned Meditation Into Another Performance
Even when we sit down to do something restorative, it's easy to bring along the same expectations we carry everywhere else. We want to make progress, see results, and know we're doing it correctly. Dora recognizes how that achievement mindset showed up in her own meditation pract ... Show More
4m 54s
Oct 30
Get Curious Before You Judge Yourself
When Dora noticed herself getting frustrated during meditation, her first instinct was to fix the problem. But the more she judged herself for being distracted, the further she got from understanding what she needed. Eventually, she tried a different approach: instead of asking w ... Show More
5m 39s
Oct 28
Why Do I Always Feel Like I'm Not Enough?
Dora has been thinking about what it means to be a good partner, and how easily that desire can turn into pressure to be the best one. More attentive, more patient, more present. No matter how much she gives, there's always another version of herself she could be striving toward. ... Show More
5m 27s
Apr 2022
Feel Connected and Cared For
<p>You are always connected—and through care, love, and compassion, you enrich the lives of community members around you. Join Joy Ofodu in a visualization to help you reflect on your impact.</p>
<p>Shine has a new podcast—introducing: Friends with Mental Health Benefits</p>
<p>F ... Show More
10m 6s
Nov 2025
Strong Support Network for Mental Wellness
Episode Description:. In this empowering episode of Speak with Power:. Daily Confidence Boost, discover the importance of creating a supportive network to bolster your mental health. Learn effective strategies for cultivating relationships that foster growth, resilience, and over ... Show More
5m 9s
May 2024
Overcoming Weather Blues, with Kessonga
Kessonga, Robin, and Neca answer questions about what to do when you care too much about what others think, managing strong emotions caused by the weather, and how to process the end of a long-term relationship. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're focusing on strengthening ... Show More
34m 18s
Jul 2022
Honoring BIPOC Mental Health Month
Today marks the start of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Mental Health Month. Join us in honoring our BIPOC community members and setting an intention to care for your mental health this month and beyond. A note from Shine: If you're struggling with your mental health, kno ... Show More
10m 33s
Aug 2025
Positive Word Jar: COMMUNITY
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast)HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (120): Positive Word Jar- "COMMUNITY"Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”Firstresponderwellness.comMentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.comPositiv ... Show More
21m 28s
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