Why the Caged Bird Sings: The Courage to Heal

Finished listening to this episode? Share your feedback with me.SHOW DESCRIPTIONTW: This episode has brief mentions of depression, childhood SA, PTSD, and anxiety. If you are not in a space where listening to and discussing these topics is comfortable for you, please feel free to skip this episode and join me for the next one. As always, if you need immediate assistance, there are resources listed below that can assist you in navigating your thoughts and feelings. Have you ever received a special gift that changed your life? Join me as I talk about a special gift that I received that helped me to start working through my depression leading me to find my voice. This deeply personal episode is my gift to you.  TL;DRI'll share my story about how I started overcoming challenges and finding the courage to heal. Time Stamps(1.15 spacing)00:00 Introduction and Personal Story Teaser00:57 Welcome to Coffee, Cocktails, and Clarity01:41 Trigger Warnings and Resources02:13 Discovering Courage03:18 Reflecting on Childhood05:10 The Gift of Reading05:34 Impact of Dr. Maya Angelou06:39 Struggles with Depression07:52 Finding My Voice Through Writing08:57 Sharing My Story11:55 Empowering Conversations12:27 The Gift of Courage13:19 Encouragement to Heal and Use Your Voice15:38 Closing Remarks  CONNECT WITH MEJoin my fan page at FanList.com/CoffeeCocktailsClarity and share your thoughts on this episode, ask questions, or share your story.  Shai Boston on IG: https://www.instagram.com/shaiboston/ Shai Boston on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shaiboston Shai Boston on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShaiBostonLLC RESOURCESNote: I do not have any affiliations with, sponsorships or endorsements from any of the resources mentioned. They are listed for your reference. Mental Health Resources·         Suicide and Crisis LifelinePh: 988Website: https://988lifeline.org/ ·         Psychology TodayWebsite: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us ·         National Institute of Mental HealthWebsite: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/ Sexual Violence Resources·         RAIINPh: 800.656.HOPE (4673)Website: https://rainn.org/ Substance Abuse Resources·         U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesWebsite: https://findtreatment.gov/ ·         Alcoholics AnonymousWebsite: https://www.aa.org/ ·         Al-Anon Family GroupsWebsite: https://al-anon.org/  CreditsPodcast Editor: Payton Cross ProductionsSupport the show