Helpful Conversations With Jamie

Episodes

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  Story Telling with Author Wyatt O'Brian Evans 15.10.2026 28m

  Whether you are a fan of compelling fiction, a fellow writer, an advocate, or someone navigating your own healing journey, this episode offers a thoughtful conversation about storytelling, survival, and the strength it takes to choose yourself. I am excited to talk to Wyatt O’Brian Evans! He has an amazing spirit and was a joy talking to on the episode. Be sure to check him out and purchase his latest book RUTHLESS which is on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.You can follow and check him out on these platforms below: TikTok, @wyattoutloud X, @MisterWOE Facebook, www.facebook.com/wyattobrianevans Instagram, sir.wyattofficial YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@WyattOutLoud Substack, https://substack.com/@wyattoutloudBe sure to share and leave a review. Until next time...have a good one!
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  Overstimulation and Information Overload: How to Recognize the Signs and Find Calm with Dr. Shedrick 08.10.2026 52m

  What does this constant stream of information do to our minds and bodies? How do we stay informed without becoming emotionally exhausted? And how can we recognize when staying connected has crossed the line into becoming overwhelmed?Joining me for this important conversation is Dr. Victoria Shedrick, who will help us explore the emotional and psychological effects of living in an always-connected world, as well as practical ways we can protect our mental well-being.You can connect with Dr. Shedrick on these platforms: Website: www.keycounselingcc.com LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/drshedrickTikTok: @dr.v_godandtherapyFacebook/IG: @keycounselingccBe sure to share this episode and leave a review, until next time...have a good one!
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  The Friendships We Lose as We Get Older: Loneliness, Connection, and Mental Health 01.10.2026 20m

  As we grow older, friendships often begin to change in ways we do not always expect. Life becomes busier, responsibilities increase, people move, priorities shift, and sometimes relationships that once felt permanent slowly fade away. While growing apart can be a natural part of life, the loss of meaningful friendships can still bring grief, loneliness, isolation, and questions about where we belong.In this episode of Helpful Conversations with Jamie, we explore the emotional impact of losing friendships as we age and how those changes can affect our mental health. We discuss why adult friendships can become harder to maintain, the difference between being alone and feeling lonely, and why meaningful connection continues to matter at every stage of life.Be sure to visit our website to check out blogs, our latest magazine issue, and other materials. Sign up with KIT or SQUARESPACE today for Squarespace use code Helpful 10 for your discount.
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  From Surviving To Healing with Linda Meier 24.09.2026 45m

  There are many adults that grew up with a narcissist parent and didn't realize it until they became parents themselves. There is so much to unpack in this episode. I encourage you to listen and share with those who have similar paths. To connect with our guest Linda Meier you can find her on Instagram: @HealthyMindHealthyYouCoaching Website: Health Mind Health You Or on LinkedIn you can also reach Linda here for a discovery call.This conversation is never one that gets old. Healing is a process and knowing tools as well as understanding you are not alone can go a long way. Be sure to share and until next time...have a good one!
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  We Don't Do Therapy 17.09.2026 37m

  For many Caribbean individuals, conversations about mental health treatment can still feel difficult, uncomfortable, or even taboo. In many families and communities, emotional struggles have traditionally been handled privately through faith, family support, resilience, or the belief that one should simply “be strong” and push through. As a result, seeking therapy or other mental health services may be misunderstood as weakness, a lack of faith, or something that brings shame to the family.Today I am talking to two professionals that work in the mental health field Kemylee Brisport and Samori Pennant about a conversation that is long overdue. Tune in as we talk about mental health, generational gaps and Caribbean culture. You can connect with Kemylee here and Samori hereBe sure to share this episode with a friend and leave a review!
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  Dealing with Depression w/ Didi Diva with Depression 03.09.2026 50m

  This conversation gets real yet it is needed. These are the topics that is a must listen to and follow up with your friends and family members. Didi Hairston, a mental-health advocate, writer, speaker, podcaster, and creator of the “Diva with Depression” platform. She speaks publicly about living with severe, treatment-resistant depression, particularly as a Black woman, and works to reduce stigma around mental illness.She also hosts The Breaking the Mask of Depression Podcast, where she discusses depression, mental-health advocacy, and the experience of navigating mental illness. Her public story includes receiving an eventual depression diagnosis after earlier misdiagnoses and a hospitalization connected to grief.It can be heavy but heavy conversations are needed to conduct change. You can connect with Didi on her website , follow her on Instagram, Linked In and check out her podcast Breaking The Mask of Depression. Share this with someone who you can have a real conversation with. And to all of my listeners be sure to leave a review!
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  Three Day Retreat with Mariah Myton 26.08.2026 33m

  I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Mariah Myton, host of the Intensive Healing Retreat in Hot Springs, Montana. In our conversation, Mariah shares the heart behind this powerful experience, the inspiration that led her to create it, and what guests can expect when they arrive ready to heal, reconnect, and grow.Retreats offer more than a change of scenery they create intentional space to pause, reflect, reset, and invest in your well-being. This episode explores why making time for healing can be such a meaningful step toward living with greater clarity, purpose, and wholeness.Learn more about the retreat and upcoming events by visiting the Empower Counseling and Rehabilitation website. You can also contact Mariah to ask about sponsorship opportunities that may help make attendance available at a low cost or even no cost to you.Share this episode with someone who may need encouragement, restoration, or a reminder that they deserve time to heal!
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  Let's Talk About Healthy Selfishness 20.08.2026 28m

  In this episode, I sit down with Johnnie Geathers and unpack the difference between selfishness that harms others and the healthy kind that helps us set boundaries, rest, heal, and show up more fully in our relationships and communities. Johnnie shares valuable insight into why so many of us especially people who are used to putting others first and struggle to prioritize ourselves.In our conversation, we explore how saying “no,” making room for personal goals, and listening to our emotional needs can be meaningful acts of self-respect rather than acts of rejection.Be sure to connect with Johnnie on his LinkTree here. Visit and subscribe to his YouTube channel JG Mental Health Fridays here. Share this with someone who you know needs to practices Healthy Selfishness.
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  Breaking Generational Cycles with Sabrina Scott- Cunningham 13.08.2026 1h 35m

  On this episode of Helpful Conversations with Jamie, we explore what it means to break generational curses and begin the work of healing, growth, and change. This conversation dives into the patterns we inherit, the barriers we face, and the power we each have to create a healthier future for ourselves and the generations that follow.Tune in as Sabrina Scott- Cunningham talk about this well deserved topic. You can follow her and connect with her on social media! Instagram FacebookBe sure to check out our website for blog post, subscription and self-care products!Check out KIT or SQUARESPACE and use Helpful 10 for a discount! Also share this episode with someone. Until next time, have a good one!
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  How Radical Acceptance Helps You Navigate Change 06.08.2026 18m

  Understanding Radical Acceptance can help you navigate change for sure! I share a story of how this has helped me along with ways to understand the difference. Be sure to tune in, leave a review and share this episode with someone. This episode is informative, short and sweet. Also engage in the new activity that I prompt during this episode! Helpful Hand Segment: Youth Advocate ProgramIf you are looking to build your email marketing...use KIT to get started. If you are looking to create a website, use SQUARESPACE and use Helpful10 to get a discount!
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  Is AI Safe for Mental Health Support? What People Need to Know. 30.07.2026 14m

  It is not unusual to have AI on your computer or on your phone. Although AI is moving into our lives and becoming permanent, it not safe to use in every capacity. So for this episode I want to share what we can use AI for and what we should not use it for when it comes to mental health care. Helpful Hand Segment: Crisis Text Line Check out our website for latest articles Purchase one of our subscription services Dive into our self-care products here. Be sure to subscribe and share this episode with someone. Thank you for tuning in and until next time, have a good one!
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  Expressions Though Poetry W/ Drea 23.07.2026 42m

  There are so man ways to show expression and in today's episode I am talking with Drea who expresses her emotions through poetry. Tune in as we learn what provoked her to start poetry, we will talk about PTSD, her time in the military and fibroids. You don't want to miss this.Purchase Drea's book SEEDS of A SUNFLOWER: Poems of GrowthCheck out her Youtube, Etsy and InstagramShare this episode with a friend who you know may heal from this conversation.
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  Running For Board of Education Seat In Cabarrus County/ Mishell Williams 14.07.2026 28m

  Mid Terms is vital and there are so many votes we as constituents have to consider. I had the pleasure to talk to Mishell Williams who is running for a board of education seat in her district. She is a mother and teacher within the county and has a lot to say on how things are being done. The unmet need that she witness within the school district pushed her to run and want to make the change. Be sure to follow her mission by checking out her website: votemishell.com.Let us know your thoughts about this episode, leave a review and share with someone.
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  Giving People A Second Change w/ Waine Weeks 02.07.2026 38m

  52 Weeks Development exists to empower returning citizens by providing hands on job training, apprenticeship opportunities, trauma-informed counseling, and career placement helping them transition from incarceration to hope, stability, and opportunity.Tune in as we talk about second chances and hear stories on how this founder change the trajectory for many individuals in his community. Connect with 52 Weeks here. Looking for a website try Squarespace use code Helpful 10 for 10% off! Looking to send email newsletters try KITBe sure to share this episode and let us know how you like it by leaving a review!
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  Mid-Year Burnout: Signs You’re Running on Empty and How to Recover from Mental Exhaustion 25.06.2026 19m

  Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year?We’ve celebrated victories, navigated challenges, and experienced so much as individuals and as a country. Yet for many people, there are still goals, dreams, and ambitions they’re working hard to accomplish before the year is over.The challenge is that pursuing those goals becomes much harder when you’re running on empty. Burnout is more common than many of us realize, and it can affect our motivation, productivity, and overall well-being.In this episode, we’re going to talk about burnout why it happens, how to recognize it, and what you can do to overcome it so you can keep moving toward the goals that matter most.Helpful Hand Segment: The American Institute of StressVisit our website to purchase any of our magazine articles here. Purchase your subscription here. Looking for Email Marketing Try KITSelling products or services? Use Squarespace to get started use Helpful 10 for 10% offShare this episode with someone and be sure to leave a comment in the review section. Thank you for listening and until next time have a good one!
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  Are You Here? 18.06.2026 38m

  We are talking about grief, parenting, and storytelling. This conversation is one for the books and I am so excited to share it with you. Purchase: Are You HereListen to the song Are You HereBe sure to share this episode with a family member or friend. You can also leave a review and let us know what you think of the episode. Thank you in advance for listening and until next time...have a good one!
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  Fighting For Our Communities with Clyde Boatwright 10.06.2026 50m

  Welcome to Helpful Conversations with Jamie, the show where we dive into meaningful conversations with the people shaping our communities. In this episode, Jamie sits down with Clyde Boatwright, a sheriff candidate running in Baltimore County, to discuss his background, his vision for public safety, and the priorities that matter most to local residents.From community trust and accountability to the challenges facing Baltimore County today, this conversation offers insight into the experience and perspective he brings to the race. Join us as we get to know Clyde Boatwright and hear more about why he’s stepping forward to serve.Follow Clyde Boatwright on these platforms: IG: BoatwrightforSheriffFacebook: BoatwrightforSheriffWebsite: Boatwrightforsheriff.comFor questions send an email to [email protected]
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  Breaking the Silence: Men’s Mental Health & Real Support w/ Darius Fennell 04.06.2026 46m

  In this episode of Helpful Conversations with Jamie, Jamie sits down with Darius Fennell for an honest conversation about Breaking the Silence: Men’s Mental Health & Real Support. Together, they explore the pressures men face, why so many struggle in silence, and what it really means to create space for healing, vulnerability, and connection. The discussion offers encouragement and practical insight for anyone who wants to better understand men’s mental health and how to show up with compassion and support.To connect with Darius and purchase his book "Leaving Jupiter" you can do so on his website Beyond Anxiety.
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  When Life Feels Heavy: Why So Many People Are Struggling Right Now 28.05.2026 21m

  This week on Helpful Conversations with Jamie, we’re talking about something so many people are feeling right now: life feels heavy.In the episode, we dig into why adults and young people are under so much pressure, from current events and money stress to the impact of social media on everyday well-being. We also talk about what those stressors can look like in real life, why people are feeling this way, and simple things you can do today to make life feel a little lighter.Helpful Hand Segment : The Jed Foundation, an organization doing meaningful work to support the mental health of teens and young adults.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just plain tired lately, this episode is for you. Sometimes the first step is simply realizing you are not alone.At the end of the episode, I share a journal prompt to help you slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.Check out HelpfulLivingMag.com for updates on the website, check out or magazine issues and dive into our self-care products. You will be glad you did!Also check out KIT if you are looking to expand with email marketing. Check out SQUARESPACE use code Helpful 10 for a 10% discount. to get a website that helps you display your brand and sell your products or services. Thanks for listening,Jamie
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  When Civic Duty Feels Heavy: Voting, Mental Health, and the Power of Showing Up 21.05.2026 17m

  In this episode, we talk about something a lot of people are don’t always say out loud how voting, current political tension, and voter suppression can affect our mental health, especially when it feels like the system is working against people instead of for them.Helpful Hand Segment League of Women VotersStart with Squarespace Helpful10Start with KITBe sure to share and let us know your thoughts by giving us a review!